VCU Parkinson's & Movement Disorders Center

The VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center has partnered with the Central Virginia Chapter of the National MS Society, and McGuire VA PADRECC present Family Caregiving workshops. Through this two part series, participants will gain practical skills and coping strategies that will help take on the challenging but rewarding task of providing at-home care for [...]

The Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare Part D, the prescription drug plan, is now open.  The enrollment period for 2012 is open from October 15 through December 7, 2012.  All those with Medicare have the opportunity to enroll in or change their prescription drug plan, also known as Part D.  Coverage will begin in January [...]

Open to all movement disorder diagnoses Dr. Sarah Lageman is leading this study testing whether writing is helpful for patients and caregivers dealing with a movement disorder. This type of writing has led to positive changes for other chronically ill patients, including reduced depression and anxiety, fewer physical symptoms, decreased stress response, better immune functioning, [...]

We need your input! We have created a survey to learn about your unique needs. The “Needs Assessment of Individuals with Movement Disorders and Their Caregivers” is a VCU Institutional Review Board-approved protocol (HM14301) designed to: identify needs that individuals with movement disorders and their caregivers have identify barriers to accessing services that meet these [...]

Saturday, May 19, 2012 Richmond Convention Center 9:00 am – 3:15 pm The VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center is pleased to announce an exciting educational event coming to Richmond this spring: The Victory Summit Symposium. Produced by The Davis Phinney Foundation in partnership with the VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center, Southeast PADRECC, UVa [...]

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The Parkinson’s Disease Community Education Day is designed for people and families living with Parkinson’s disease.  There will be education sessions from movement disorder experts, networking opportunities, and practical tips. The day will be filled with support, hope, and humor.  A section from the PDF Quilt Project has been rented and will be on display. Date: Oct. 22, 2011 Location: [...]

The VCU Parkinson’s Disease Center Caregiving Seminar is fast approaching! If you haven’t already – please RSVP to reserve your space! Marcia Harrigan, MSW, PhD and Beverly Koerin, MSW, PhD, VCU School of Social Work Emeritus Associate Professors will present “Caregiving Relationships: Challenges and Rewards” on May 18, 2011. This event is free and open [...]

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There is still time to register for the Parkinson’s Disease Update Course on April 23, 2011! We will be taking reservations until the room fills (we have 35 seats still available) or until April 18, 2011. Register today!pdcenter@vcu.edu(804) 828-3747 Learn more about this event.