Education

Parkinson Conferences

APDA Iowa produces and participates in several Parkinson’s conferences around the state to bring you the latest information to help you live life to the fullest.

Southeast Iowa Parkinson Conference , Burlington, Iowa
Friday, October 4, 2024 – 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Click here for more information, to see the list of upcoming conferences and videos from previous conferences.

Here’s a conference put on by our partners at the Iowa State University Extension Program in Dickinson County.

Northwest Iowa Parkinson’s Disease Conference, near Okoboji, Iowa
Thursday, October 24, 2024 – 10: 30 am – 3:30 pm – Click here for more information about the Northwest Iowa Conference.

Parkinson Education Programs

Parkinson Education Programs (PEP) are education events hosted throughout the year by the APDA Iowa Chapter. We invite renowned speakers to address topics that are important to the Parkinson’s community.

Comprehensive Rehab for PD – October 9, 2024, 1:30 – 3:45 pm – Iowa City

How Wellness Activities Help PD – November 13, 2024, 1:00 – 3:30 pm – Fort Dodge
More information on Parkinson Education Programs

Archived Education Events

Navigating Medicare, Finances and Legal Matters

Aaron Peterson, AKP Insurance, Eric Peterson, Peterson Financial, and Matt Bollman, Pearson-Bollman Law discuss financial implications for people with PD, ways to pay for long term care, and understanding the legal documents you should have in place.

Click here to watch a video of the presentation.

PD 101 – May 18, 2023

If you’ve been diagnosed within the past several years, then this program is for you. You’ll get an overview of Parkinson’s disease, treatments, and helpful tips and tricks. Click here to download the slides.