Iowa Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association

10/02/2025

💙 Living with Parkinson’s doesn’t mean going it alone.

Join us for APDA Strictly Social! A fun, welcoming event for people with PD, care partners, family, and friends. Whether newly diagnosed or living with Parkinson’s for years, it’s a chance to connect, share stories, and enjoy joyful moments together.



Sign Up Today: https://bit.ly/IAstrictlysocial

09/30/2025

“Stronger muscles = steadier steps. Exercise helps improve balance and prevent falls for people with Parkinson’s.

Try:
🧘‍♂️ Tai Chi or yoga
🚶‍♀️ Walking with a friend
🪑 Sit-to-stand practice



Check out our exercise page to find classes and programs that fit your needs: https://bit.ly/iaexercise

09/26/2025

Freeze up at a doorway? You’re not alone, but there are simple tricks to help keep you moving.

Smart Strategies for Safer Steps:

➡️ Count out loud as you step
➡️ Clap or tap your thigh to reset your rhythm
➡️ Step big and wide through the doorway

And remember, assistive devices like canes and walkers are tools of independence, not a limitation. They can help you stay active, safe, and confident.

09/24/2025

💙 This past weekend, our community came together for a day filled with hope, laughter, and connection at the APDA Iowa Optimism Walk. The smiles, the energy, and the spirit of resilience made it truly a day to remember.

🎉 Thanks to you, we’ve already raised $155,000 (and counting!) — funding that ensures vital education, exercise, and support programs remain FREE for Iowans living with Parkinson’s. That’s something worth celebrating!

📸 We’d love to see the day through your eyes — share your favorite photos in the comments, and check out the full recap here: https://bit.ly/2025IAOptimism

💙 Couldn’t make it to the Walk? There’s still time to make a big impact. Every gift helps sustain and grow the free programs that so many rely on: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/apdaia2025walk/

🌟 Together, we are bringing hope, strength, and optimism to the Parkinson’s community.

💚Thank you to our sponsors for helping make this day possible!! Presenting Sponsor: Cumulus Media, 92.5 KJJY , 95 KGGO. Attendee Experience Sponsor: Senior Helpers - Central Iowa. Platinum Sponsor: Sammons Financial Group Companies. Gold Sponsor: Beisser Lumber Company. Silver Sponsors: Academy Roofing & Sheet Metal of the Midwest , Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Edencrest at Pleasant Hill, Fareway Stores, West Bank Strong. Bronze Sponsors: AbbVie, ABB, Emerald Hills Golf Club, Medtronic.

09/22/2025

Falls are a major concern for people living with Parkinson’s disease, but the good news is — many falls can be prevented!

APDA has practical tips, expert videos, and resources to help you or your loved one stay safe, steady, and confident.

✔️ Learn how to reduce fall risk

✔️ Discover balance exercises

✔️ Understand freezing of gait and how to manage it

Watch our Let’s Keep Moving video series and take steps toward safer mobility today: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWc6Kqj5B4-IebsCyBA_dlIbNcFAhN7OO, and reach out to us for more information and resources for staying steady on your feet!

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09/22/2025

🏡 Make Your Home a Safer Place Today

Most falls for people with Parkinson’s happen right at home — but the good news is, many are preventable.

Start small with these easy steps:

- Clear clutter from walkways
- Remove loose rugs and cords
- Add brighter lighting in halls and bathrooms
- Install grab bars or railings where needed

Take just 5 minutes today to “fall-proof” one room in your home. Your future self will thank you!

The National Institute on Aging offers room-by-room fall prevention tips, check it out: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/falls-and-falls-prevention/preventing-falls-home-room-room

09/20/2025

09/20/2025

🚶‍♂️💙 Tomorrow is the day! The APDA Iowa Optimism Walk is here, and there’s still time to register or donate.

Let’s come together to celebrate our community, honor loved ones and raise the funds that keep critical programs FREE for people living with Parkinson’s.

Every step, every gift, every voice matters. Join us!

👉 https://bit.ly/2025IAOptimism

09/19/2025

💪 Ready to get moving? APDA exercise instructor Jen Berger is here to show you simple, effective exercises you can do at home to strengthen your upper and lower body.

These moves are a great way to start building healthy exercise habits that support balance, strength, and mobility.

👉 Watch the video now and follow along! Want to learn more about exercise programs?! Check out our website at: https://bit.ly/iaexercise

09/19/2025

🌟 At this year’s Optimism Walk, you’ll get to add your message of hope to the Optimism Wall — a powerful display of resilience and inspiration for everyone impacted by Parkinson’s.

Be part of this amazing day — register now or donate to show your support from wherever you are!

👉 https://bit.ly/2025IAOptimism

09/18/2025

We are honored to have Kim Beisser, owner of Beisser Lumber Company, as our 2025 Honorary Champion of Optimism! There is still time to register for the 2025 Optimism Walk on Saturday, September 20th, at 12:30pm - we hope to see you there! 💚

09/18/2025

🙌 There’s nothing like walking side by side with a community full of strength, resilience, and optimism. The Optimism Walk is more than a walk — it’s a celebration of the impact we create together.

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! Sign up today and join us this Saturday.

👉https://bit.ly/2025IAOptimism