Parkinson’s Empowerment Day – Free Community Event
A free event for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease or other Movement Disorders and their caregivers.
📅 Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: LV Physiotherapy, St. Catharines
Join us for an afternoon of expert insights, practical strategies, and inspiring stories to help individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers live well!
🧠 Understanding Parkinson’s – Dr. Erwin B. Montgomery Jr., MD, Neurologist and Movement Disorders Specialist; Board-Certified in Neurology | Researcher | Author of Deep Brain Stimulation Programming: Principles and Practice
💬 A Personal Journey with Parkinson’s – Steve Ludzik, Former NHL Player, Founder, Steve Ludzik Centre for Parkinson’s Rehab & Parkinson’s Advocate
🏃 Exercise as Medicine – Dora Forde, PT, Registered Physiotherapist LV Physiotherapy
🛠️ Living with Parkinson’s – Vanessa Clark, OT Reg. (Ont.), Registered Occupational Therapist LV Physiotherapy
🗣️ Communication & Swallowing – Katie Pasquini, SLP Reg. (Ont.), Registered Speech-Language Pathologist LV Physiotherapy
❓ Live Q&A Panel – All speakers
Limited Spots Available – Register Now!
A live stream may be available for those unable to attend in person. Register to let us know if you’re interested, and we’ll send live stream details closer to the event date!