YOPDCON – AGENDA

AGENDA

This page will be updated continually as the YOPD-CON planning committee finalizes all the speakers and sessions.

YOPD-CON 2025 will be a two-day immersive experience offering a dynamic mix of education, empowerment, and connection. With presentations tailored to the YOPD experience, you will have access to:

  • Educational and interactive sessions focused on medical, psychological, and lifestyle topics
  • Opportunities to connect with peers and build community
  • Access to leading voices in Parkinson’s care and research
  • Resources to support living well with YOPD

From expert-led discussions to social engagement activities, YOPD-CON provides a welcoming space where you can gain insights, share life experiences, and feel truly seen.

FEATURED TOPICS WILL INCLUDE

  • Harnessing Technology in Managing PD
  • Advanced Treatments Options, including DBS and new therapies.
  • Applying Nutritional Strategies to Everyday Life
  • YOPD in the Workplace
  • Research Advances – What’s on the Horizon
  • Navigating Relationships & Intimacy
  • Mental Health & Resiliency
  • Cognitive Changes & Strategies for Staying Sharp
  • Care Partner Connections
  • The Role of Medications & Managing Side Effects
  • Planning for the Future
  • PLUS, there will opportunities built in for movement throughout the two days.

Event Registration opens this summer. Please indicate your interest (back to home page)

Draft Agenda

Saturday, October 25, 2025
9:30am – 5:30pm

8:30 – 9:30 amRegistration & Welcome Coffee
9:30am – 10:30amGeneral Session 1 – Opening Session
10:30 – 10:45amMovement & Connection Activity
10:45 – 11:15amMorning Break & Individual Connections
11:15 – 12:30amBreakout Session Block 1
12:30 – 1:30pmLunch 🍽
1:30pm – 2:30pmGeneral Session 2
2:30 – 3:15pmBreakout Session Block 2
3:15 – 3:30pmAfternoon Break
3:30 – 4:30pmGeneral Session 3
4:30pm – 5:30pmCommunity Wrap up

Sunday, October 26, 2025
9:45am – 1:30pm

8:00 AMDoors Open ☕
8:15 – 9:30amOptional Movement & Interaction Offerings
9:45 – 10:45amGeneral Session 4
10:45 – 11:45amBreakout Session Block 3
12:00 – 12:45pmGeneral Session 5
12:45 – 1:30 PMLunch & Closing Remarks 🍽