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As we have been dealing with the Corona Virus since the beginning of March 2020, we have learned much, followed safety measures, and more than likely felt anxious. Also, being quarantined for this length of time, especially if living alone, elevates stress which can take its toll on carepartners and patients with Parkinsons Disease.

Since the Covid virus is now declining, we are once again meeting in person monthly at 1:00 p.m. at the Wood Library, 134 North Main St., Canandaigua, NY. Please use your discretion in maintaining 6-foot social distancing and wearing face masks. You may wish to bring your own beverage and snack; due to health precautions, they will not be provided during the break. We are excited to welcome everybody back with our wonderful speakers. Please join us!

If you are interested in more details on Covid 19 and PD, please open the following Parkinson Foundation site:
www.parkinson.org/blog/tips/Coronavirus

Parkinson Support Group of the Finger Lakes

Vision

An increasing number of people in the Finger Lakes area are being diagnosed and treated for Parkinson's Disease. They and their care partners need support and the ability to learn more about this disease, its treatments, and related research. This support is available in Canandaigua, New York.

Mission

Our mission is to educate and support individuals impacted by Parkinson's Disease in the Finger Lakes Region.

We would like to thank the F.F. Thompson Foundation for its continued support of our mission through the Mary Clark Thompson Community Grant Program

Support Groups

Many find that a support group offers the education, hope, and information that makes this journey less difficult and more encouraging.

At support meetings, you might find insights to questions such as:

What medications are available?
What might help with daily tasks?
Does exercise help?
Are there new research findings?
How can I help as a care partner?
What resources are available?
How can I deal with the symptoms?

Meetings

See meeting details on "Meetings" page.

Monthly Support Meetings

When:
The PSGFL meetings are held on the last Wednesday every month at 1:00 p.m. except July,  December, and sometimes November (depending on the date of Thanksgiving).

Where:
Wood Library, 134 North Main St., Canandaigua, NY.  Sessions will be videotaped and posted on the Library's website and the PSGFL website.

What:
Meeting Format

Announcements
Speaker on topic relevant to Parkinson's Disease (See Speaker Schedule).
Discussion.

  Social Meetings


"Bring Your Own Lunch" Picnic

Where: Outhouse Park, Canandaigua, New York
When: Wed., July 27, 2022, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
What: Bring your own lunch, place settings and beverages. We will not be requesting "dish to share" due to Covid precautions. Grills will be lit and available should you wish to make burgers, hot dogs, etc.

As the Covid virus will most likely not be totally controlled by summer, we still wanted to get together in person. Our picnic will be held in the safest way possible ... outdoors, distanced, and masked even if we have had our vaccine shots.

Please plan on bringing your own complete lunch to decrease the chance of anyone becoming infected with the virus.

Instead of sharing food, we will share conversation ... and BINGO!

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December Holiday Luncheon

Where: Nolan's on Canandaigua Lake, 726 S. Main St., Canandaigua, NY
When: Wed., December 14, 2022, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: To be determined
*Sign-up will be necessary.