For all movement disorders
We meet at 7 PM on the second Thursday of most months. Most meetings are in-person at the Glen Eddy Senior Living Community, (Directions) and by ZOOM. Subscribe (at the bottom of the page) to get a meeting reminder and other news.
Our mission
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To provide moral support and fellowship to people with Parkinson’s Disease, their families and care partners.
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To raise awareness and disseminate information regarding living well with Parkinson’s Disease.
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To act as a resource center for members and others who would like to know more about living well with Parkinson’s.
Our next meeting
June 12, 2025
VYALEV - a continuous levodopa-based therapy
Support Group Meeting - 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
PRESENTER: Scott Parmelee, MS, MBA
AbbVie Neuroscience: Parkinson’s
Account Executive
TOPIC: VYALEV - a continuous levodopa-based therapy
VYALEV, a medication by AbbVie, is a subcutaneous, 24-hour infusion of a levodopa-based therapy designed to manage motor fluctuations in adults with advanced Parkinson’s disease. Using a discreet pump, VYALEV delivers continuous medication underneath the skin, offering around-the-clock symptom control and potentially improving quality of life.
WHERE: Glen Eddy senior residence,
1 Glen Eddy Drive, Niskayuna NY 12309
Directions to Glen Eddy
Use the main entrance. Park in the upper lot along the stone wall. Meeting room is on the second floor. Elevator and stairs are off the lobby to the left.
This meeting will be a hybrid meeting.
If you are able, please attend in person. Registration for in person attendence is not required
OR to attend on-line by Zoom:
Register in advance for this meeting by clicking [HERE]
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
July 19, 2025
Annual Picnic - at the Bethlehem Elm Avenue Park
You are invited to
Our Annual Summer Picnic
NEW LOCATION: BETHLEHEM ELM AVENUE PARK
Rain or Shine!
Saturday, July 19, 2025, Noon to 3:00
Bethlehem Elm Avenue Park, Large Pavilion
261 Elm Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054
Our group will subsidize costs, so the fee will be only $10 per person.
Please reserve by July 9, 2025
(Reservations help us plan, but, if necessary, walk-ins are welcome.)
Families and Friends are welcome.
We again invite the Saratoga Support Group members to join us.
Sandwiches, salads, fruit, desserts and drinks provided.
Gluten free can be arranged.
Activities!
Dance Beyond Parkinson's with Rachelle, Horseshoes, Corn Hole,
Volleyball and More
Picnic tables provided; BYO lawn chairs if desired.
[Make Reservation]
Join our Email Discussion Group for People with Parkinson's in the Capital District
Are you interested in connecting with others who share your experience with Parkinson's disease (PD) in the Capital District? Our email-based discussion group provides a welcoming and ad-free space for you to share information, ask questions, and offer support to others.
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