Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group
Our Mission
As we reach out to North Idaho's Parkinson's community, we commit to increasing awareness and understanding of this disease while providing hope, education and connection with others traveling the same path.
Please help us provide service to our members.
We greatly appreciate all donations.
Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization.
Please take a look at our testimonials
"I joined this group in 2012. I have made some good friends, and it has been great to talk to people who are experiencing similar symptoms and know first-hand what it is like to have PD. We have a lot of fun in our exercise and singing groups and encourage each other to attend. I have also gained so much information at the Parkinson's Support Group and Women's Support Group meetings."
"The CdA Parkinson's Support Group provides me with great comfort and information. Comfort from other PWPs (People with Parkinson's) who need no explanation for my oddities. Information that our doctors have not provided and ways to improve quality of life are often learned from those living with PD. The friendships that have been formed from this group are invaluable to me."
Our Support Group Meetings and Classes
Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group
We will help you find valuable resources such as webinars, movement disorder specialists in our area, and information on the newest medications and treatments. We have speakers from the medical community quite often. We also have a lending library of educational materials including books and CDs. Since we are all traveling on the same journey, we are here to provide compassionate understanding and methods of coping with this disease.
- 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. Complimentary Lunch
- 12:30 to 1:00 p.m. Member Introductions
- 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Speaker
- 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. Socialization
Caregiver's Support Group
This group is for people who care for people with Parkinson's. Often that is the husband or wife, but not always. You will receive emotional support and information and be able to share helpful hints as well as frustrations.
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Women with Parkinson's Support Group
This is a casual get-together to share information and lend emotional support. We usually meet at a restaurant and order lunch or a treat. This is a great group of women. We are currently meeting at MacKenzie River Pizza, 405 West Canfield Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, in their conference room. We have a scholarship fund and our group can buy your lunch if there is a financial need. Just ask Bonnie or Beth when you arrive.
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This is a great group for increasing the volume of your voice and helping with the clarity of your speech, also. This group is led by Carla Carnegie, MT-BC, NMT, BA, Music & Composition, BA, Music Therapy. She has many hours of working with people with Parkinson's. She is a lot of fun and brings rhythm instruments for all! No singing ability needed. Just come and share some enjoyable time with other people traveling down this path.
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Moving to the Music
Yay! We're back! We found a great instructor, Kristi, from the CdA Kroc Center. She has 14 years experience teaching all kinds of dance. Come and join us for some easy dance moves to some really great music. We will adapt the routines to everyone's ability level, even if you are in a wheelchair or use a walker or cane. Exercise and socialization have been proven to slow the progression of Parkinson's.
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Canceled until further notice.
Upcoming Events
Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group & Caregivers Group
The Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group is for men and women with Parkinson's, their families and caregivers. It is free. We meet from 12:00 -2:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month at the Elks Lodge, 1170 West Prairie Avenue. We offer information and emotional support, and often have speakers from the medical community.
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Photo Gallery
Check out our photo gallery to see our group members at various meetings and events throughout the year.
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Our Valued Sponsors
