Savannah Parkinson's & GEM

07/23/2025

Happy Birthday Dr Alice Ge**er! #95

06/12/2025

Four years ago, life changed for Beaufort resident Scott Rider.

03/11/2025

"Jeopardy!" contestant Harvey Silikovitz, shares how in 2019 he missed the call from producers to be on the show. Five months later he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Now, Silikovitz is finally getting his shot. "After living with Parkinson's for five and a half years, it's no longer just ...

01/11/2025

Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that predominately affects the dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. 🧠 Learn more about PD through these five fast facts.

Explore additional information: Parkinson.org

10/24/2024

Apathy, the feeling of having lost your zest for life, is one of the most challenging symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD).

10/22/2024

We are pleased to announce the return of the free Movement Disorder Luncheon in Statesboro. The 3rd annual event will be held on Wednesday, November 13th from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Kiwanis Club of Statesboro, located at 16942 Highway 67 in Statesboro, GA. The event will begin at 9:00 and will consist of 3 speakers, catered lunch, and informational brochures to reference about topics discussed throughout the day. We plan to finish by 2:00 p.m. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

We will have speakers from St. Joseph’s/Candler present on primary care, audiology, and sleep disorders/respiratory care needs as they relate to Movement Disorders. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. Please register as soon as possible so we have an accurate count for food. Simply email HARNEKA@sjchs.org to register.

10/09/2024

New classes!
Tuesday and Thursday at the Windsor Forest Rec Center, 414 Briarcliff Circle at 10am AND
Monday / Thursday at Anderson Cohen Center at 12:30.

09/27/2024

Chatham County has extended closures of county facilities through today to give time for assessment.

See you Monday morning for class!

Stay safe💪🏼

08/28/2024

Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium (available virtually as well).
https://www.parkinson.org/events/2024/GASymposium

Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. EDT. This program is free and open to people with Parkinson’s disease, care partners, family members, healthcare providers and anyone else in the community who is interested in learning more. We have a stellar lineup of speakers and panelists, including Dr. Laurie Mischley who is coming all the way from Seattle to present on “Lifestyle Modification as a Therapeutic Strategy.” We also have Dr. Jorge Juncos presenting on his latest research related to “Vibro-tactile Stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease.” We will hear from other Atlanta-area experts during the symposium and look forward to an incredible day together.

Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium

Location: Forsyth Conference Center | 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cu***ng, GA 30041 (and online via Zoom)
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 p.m. EDT (Lunch will be served.)
Register: Parkinson.org/GASymposium or call 770-450-0792
Exhibitor Opportunities: If your organization is interested in hosting a table at the Symposium, please contact Calle Wallace at cwallace@parkinson.org.

Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

08/25/2024

07/25/2024

We are excited to announce that we have received a grant from the Parkinson's Foundation for a faith based walking program - designed for Christian African Americans navigating Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. If you are interested in participating, please reach out here or email scohensavannahparkinson@gmail.com
We are currently seeking churches who would like to participate weekly.

07/09/2024

Get Excited & Move Exercise Classes
M/W/F 10:45 and 11:30 AM
T/Th 11:00 AM
Anderson -Cohen Weightlifting Center