In the United States, it has been estimated that more than 1 million people have Parkinson’s Disease (PD). In Colorado the estimate is 15,000 and in Larimer County there are at least 900 living with this chronic disease.
The Parkinson’s Support Group in Larimer County (PSGLC) has more than 100 members including PD patients, their caregivers, family and friends, health professionals and other interested parties.
Normally, the Larimer County Parkinson’s Support meeting is held the first Wednesday of each month at:
Fort Collins Senior Center
1200 Raintree Drive
10:30 – 12:30
Visitors and newcomers are always welcome. There is no admission charge. And for now, we are streaming the presentation portion of these monthly meetings on Zoom – details are in our newsletter.
If you would like to be added to our email list in order to receive PSGLC communications and online meeting invitations, please submit your information on this page.
Upcoming support meetings:
(Click each date to see the details)
Events in November 2024–January 2025
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November Support Meeting: Medicare enrollment/annual changes November Support Meeting: Medicare enrollment/annual changesPrairie Sage Rooms 2&3
The presentation will begin with explaining the basics of Medicare; what are the parts of Medicare, what is the difference between Medicare parts and Medicare plans? We will talk about the various costs of Medicare, premiums, deductibles and co-pays. Then we will talk about what changes have been announced for 2025.
About Alan Heileman
I have been active in the senior industry for more than 20 years in various capacities. Former President of the Elder Care Network, facilitator of an Alzheimer’s support group, Chairman of the Board for the Partnership for Age Friendly Communities. I’ve worked for home care agencies as well as assisted living communities. I am presently with UCHealth/Aspen Club for the last 5 years serving as their Community Health Coordinator and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Coordinator for Northern Colorado.
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Holiday Party! Holiday Party!The Parkinson's Support Group in Larimer County cordially invites you to our annual Holiday Celebration!
Who: PSGLC Members, Family, and Friends
Where: Fort Collins Senior Center, Prairie Sage 1 & 2 rooms
A catered lunch and beverages will be provided.
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No Support Meeting, have a great holiday! No Support Meeting, have a great holiday!
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Thank you to our generous supporters!
Thad Pawlikowski
