Judi's Fundraiser for PD Active
Tax deductible
Here's the ask: PD Active operates on a local level, offering daily programming and support to individuals. We have an opportunity to improve the lives of people affected by Parkinson's disease by making a gift to PD Active. A donation of any amount will help. Taken together, our donations will have a significant impact now and in the future.
Why Parkinson’s disease?
More than one million Americans, including myself, are living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD also affects the lives of friends, family and caregivers who help people with PD. Medications help treat symptoms but they are not currently able to stop, slow or reverse disease progression. Research has shown that exercise is the best available strategy for fighting back against PD. To live well, people with PD must keep on moving — in other words, “use it or lose it!” Research also indicates that social engagement helps people with PD cope with and mitigate their symptoms.
Why am I asking you to give to PD Active?
I'm raising money for PD Active because it is laser-focused on keeping people with PD moving and engaged.
PD Active is a non-profit founded by and for people with PD that:
— provides movement classes such as brain training, tai chi and yoga that are designed for people with PD
— sponsors educational events with experts that share fundamental and timely information about PD
— facilitates a wide range of free support groups for people with PD, people with young onset PD, adult children of people with PD, and care partners.
PD Active has also prioritized outreach to bring greater diversity to its membership and reduce the health care disparities that exist in the PD community. PD Active’s efforts help create a broader, more informed and healthier PD community.
PD Active does all of this impactful work with two part-time staff, an inspired team of volunteers, experienced instructors and dedicated members. PD Active is the “little engine that could,” punching well above its weight.
I am asking you to make a donation of any amount so that PD Active can increase its critically important and effective efforts to ensure that those affected by Parkinson’s disease will live healthier lives!
Disparities in Care
Health care disparities mean that many people have Parkinson's disease but have not yet been diagnosed, and are not receiving the type of care that will enable them to live long and healthy lives. I am committed to helping others fight PD. The fight starts with being diagnosed early in the course of the disease. PD Active is focused on reducing the disparity in diagnosis and treatment and increasing information sharing across the community. I hope you will join me by making a donation now. Thank you!
Why Parkinson’s disease?
More than one million Americans, including myself, are living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD also affects the lives of friends, family and caregivers who help people with PD. Medications help treat symptoms but they are not currently able to stop, slow or reverse disease progression. Research has shown that exercise is the best available strategy for fighting back against PD. To live well, people with PD must keep on moving — in other words, “use it or lose it!” Research also indicates that social engagement helps people with PD cope with and mitigate their symptoms.
Why am I asking you to give to PD Active?
I'm raising money for PD Active because it is laser-focused on keeping people with PD moving and engaged.
PD Active is a non-profit founded by and for people with PD that:
— provides movement classes such as brain training, tai chi and yoga that are designed for people with PD
— sponsors educational events with experts that share fundamental and timely information about PD
— facilitates a wide range of free support groups for people with PD, people with young onset PD, adult children of people with PD, and care partners.
PD Active has also prioritized outreach to bring greater diversity to its membership and reduce the health care disparities that exist in the PD community. PD Active’s efforts help create a broader, more informed and healthier PD community.
PD Active does all of this impactful work with two part-time staff, an inspired team of volunteers, experienced instructors and dedicated members. PD Active is the “little engine that could,” punching well above its weight.
I am asking you to make a donation of any amount so that PD Active can increase its critically important and effective efforts to ensure that those affected by Parkinson’s disease will live healthier lives!
Disparities in Care
Health care disparities mean that many people have Parkinson's disease but have not yet been diagnosed, and are not receiving the type of care that will enable them to live long and healthy lives. I am committed to helping others fight PD. The fight starts with being diagnosed early in the course of the disease. PD Active is focused on reducing the disparity in diagnosis and treatment and increasing information sharing across the community. I hope you will join me by making a donation now. Thank you!
Organizer
Judi Ettlinger
Organizer
Nevada City, CA
PD Active
Beneficiary