I'm walking in the Parkinson Canada SuperWalk to raise money for Parkinson Canada which will empower the Parkinson's community through tailored support, innovative research and raising the voice of all those impacted by Parkinson's. I am walking in honour of my Mother-in-Law Sylvia, who sadly passed away in March following a long battle with Parkinson’s. It is also a cause close to my heart because I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2021 and I have promised myself that, if possible, I will continue fundraising until a cure is found!
The Renfrew walk will be held on September 15th, starting at the Renfrew Visitors Information Centre at 190 Mask Road. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will start at 10:00 a.m. There will be the option of a 2 or 5 km route and everyone is welcome to join us! If you decide to walk with team Go For Hoho Joe (named in honour of a former Support Group member who recently lost his battle with PD) you can register on the Parkinson Canada website. I’m always happy to answer any questions that you might have, or point you in the right direction if I don’t have the information you need!
More than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson's, a number expected to increase substantiallyj in the coming years, with 30 Canadians diagnosed each day.
Parkinson's is a disease that affects not only individuals but also families, friends and care partners who come together to manage the realities of Parkinson's.
Parkinson's is the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world. In the brain, nerves exchange signals through dopamine, a chemical that controls movement. Parkinson's symptoms occur when cells that produce dopamine die. Currently, there is no cure, and the need is only increasing. By 2031, the number of people living with Parkinson's in Canada will more than double. The support you provide makes a positive impact: improving the quality of life for people living with Parkinson's disease as well as finding a cure.
Your donation ensures that a full, vibrant life is still possible for over 100,000 Canadians living with Parkinson's.
