FITE For Your Write

01/12/2026

Caregivers play such a vital role in the Parkinson’s journey 💙 We love seeing opportunities like this educational workshop hosted by Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota. If you’re caring for someone with Parkinson’s, this is a great chance to gain practical tips, resources, and support. Be sure to check it out and RSVP if interested!

Are you caring for someone with Parkinson’s? Join us for an informative workshop on Jan. 14 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. designed to equip caregivers with practical tips and resources.

Event highlights:
Observe safe assistance techniques for transfers and movement
Discuss dementia, mood changes and hallucinations
Address proper diet and nutrition challenges
Understand and adapt to Parkinson’s speech changes and more!

📍 Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota, 6400 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240

Space is limited! RSVP today: 941-500-4393

Need care for your loved one during the event? Complimentary respite is available at ActivAge Sarasota. Call for details.

01/12/2026

✍️ Small handwriting can have a BIG impact — and we’re here to help.

FITE For Your Write is excited to offer two upcoming opportunities focused on Micrographia, a common and often challenging symptom associated with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions.

📅 Intro to Micrographia Lecture
🗓 Thursday, January 30th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Discovery Village of Sarasota Bay – Independent Living
1408 69th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34207

This educational lecture will cover what micrographia is, why it happens, and evidence-based strategies to help improve handwriting and fine motor control.

🖊️ Intro to Micrographia Hands-On Class
🗓 Wednesday, February 4th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Westminster Manor
1700 21st Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

This interactive class builds on the lecture and provides practical tools, exercises, and techniques participants can use immediately to support writing, fine motor skills, and daily activities.

Our mission goes beyond handwriting — we focus on improving confidence, function, and independence.

📩 Interested in attending or bringing this program to your community? Comment below or message us to learn more!

01/06/2026

✨ We’re honored & excited to share some big news! ✨

FITE For Your Write had the privilege of presenting at the FIRST monthly Parkinson’s Community Circle, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of something so meaningful.

This Community Circle will now meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Legends of Sarasota, creating a consistent space for education, connection, and encouragement.

A huge thank you to HomeWell Care Services for sponsoring the Parkinson’s Community Circle and generously providing lunch for attendees. Support like this helps strengthen community and makes these gatherings even more special. 💙

We are thrilled to continue supporting this incredible PD community with resources focused on handwriting, fine motor skills, and everyday function.

💙 Our mission has always been about more than writing. It’s about:
✍️ Confidence
🧠 Education
🤝 Community
🧩 Practical tools for daily living

📅 4th Monday of every month | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Legends of Sarasota

We can’t wait to grow, learn, and Write On together!

01/05/2026

⏰ LAST CALL — Registration Closes TODAY! ✍️

Don’t miss your chance to join FITE For Your Write for our Intro to Micrographia class happening Wednesday, January 7th at Westminster Communities of Bradenton.

This educational session is designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological disorders and focuses on:
✔️ How neurological conditions affect handwriting
✔️ Practical techniques to improve writing clarity and control
✔️ Strategies to support independence and daily function

📅 Wednesday, January 7
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Westminster Communities of Bradenton
💲 $50

👉 Registration closes TODAY
🔗 Register at www.fiteforyourwrite.com

Spots are limited—secure your seat now and take the next step toward stronger, more confident writing.

12/31/2025

🎉 NYE Functional Tip | FITE For Your Write ✍️

Before the countdown… warm up your hands!
New Year’s Eve often means writing, texting, signing cards, holding glasses, and using phones—all of which require fine motor control.

✨ Try this quick NYE hand warm-up:
• Open and close your hands 10 times
• Roll your wrists slowly in both directions
• Practice writing large, intentional numbers (hello, 2026! 😉)
• Take short breaks to avoid hand fatigue

These simple movements can improve control, comfort, and confidence—so you’re ready to celebrate and start the new year strong.

💙 Small movements. Big impact.

12/30/2025

💙 Parkinson’s Support Group – You’re Not Alone 💙

Living with Parkinson’s doesn’t have to feel isolating. Join us for an encouraging and informative Parkinson’s Support Group designed for individuals living with PD, caregivers, families, friends, and anyone impacted by the disease.

🗓 Tuesday, January 27th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Freedom Village – Landings Building (Auditorium)
6406 21st Ave W, Bradenton, FL

🍽 Lunch will be provided courtesy of HomeWell Care Services
🎤 Presentation: Medication Effects with Parkinson’s Disease
👩‍⚕️ Presenter: Pam Palowski

These gatherings are a safe, welcoming space to learn, share experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who truly understand the Parkinson’s journey.

📲 Please RSVP using the QR code on the flyer or online (link listed on flyer).

We hope to see you there—and please feel free to share this with anyone who may benefit. 💙
Together, we support, educate, and empower our Parkinson’s community.

12/29/2025

The decorations are packed away, the gifts are unwrapped, and the holidays are officially behind us 🎄✨

All that decorating, wrapping, crafting, and cooking used fine motor skills more than we realize. Now is the perfect time to carry that momentum forward and intentionally work on handwriting, coordination, and control.

At FITE For Your Write, we focus on turning everyday movement into meaningful progress—long after the holidays end.
✍️ Consistency is key. Let’s keep those hands moving.

12/22/2025

Before you tackle gift wrapping, cards, or cooking—don’t forget to warm up your hands! 🎁🖐️
Simple finger movements, stretches, and grip work can reduce fatigue and improve control.
A little prep goes a long way toward clearer, more confident writing this holiday season.

12/19/2025

✍️ The Holidays Are a Workout for Your Hands! 🎄

From finishing Christmas cards ✉️
to writing names on gift tags 🎁
to wrapping presents and tying bows 🎀

The holidays are full of everyday activities that rely on handwriting, grip strength, coordination, and fine motor control. If writing feels smaller, shakier, or more tiring this season, you’re not alone—and there are strategies that can help.

✨ Join us for our upcoming Intro to Micrographia class to learn how Parkinson’s affects handwriting and discover techniques to improve writing and support independence.

📅 Wednesday, January 7th or February 4th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Westminster Communities of Bradenton
💲 $50 per class

📞 203-216-4434
🌐 Register at www.fiteforyourwrite.com

This holiday season, give your hands a little extra care—they do a lot for you. 💙✍️

12/17/2025

A heartfelt thank you to USF and the Parkinson’s Foundation for the opportunity to present Introduction to Micrographia on your platform.

We truly appreciate everyone’s patience as we worked through a few technical difficulties, and we hope participants walked away with useful information, practical techniques, and a better understanding of how micrographia impacts daily life.

At FITE For Your Write, our mission is to continue educating, empowering, and spreading awareness around handwriting and fine motor challenges associated with Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions. We look forward to hosting more classes and continuing to share knowledge with this incredible community.