APDA 2026 South Sound Optimism Walk for Parkinson's   ○   SEAYOPD-SS

Veronica Kaipainen

October 10, 2026 9:00am - 12:30pm

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I need YOUR help!
Thank you for visiting my Fundraising Page for the APDA Optimism Walk.

Friends and Family, you KNOW our story!  Jason was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease at the age of 37.  12 years later and a few bumpy travels, we have much to celebrate.  His DBS surgery was a major success for him and gave us back probably a dozen years that had been taken.  ALL OF THIS WAS POSSIBLE DUE TO OUR CONNECTION TO APDA. We learned so much from a Young Onset conference a few years ago that jump started this journey as well as connecting us to a pretty amazing network of humans.  Please, PLEASE consider donating to the walk to support the work that is being done on behalf of Jason and all others diagnosed with Parkinson's.  They do extraordinary work and are rated the highest possible rating for being transparent and good stewards of donated funds.  So, give if you are able....we are so, SO grateful....to APDA NW and to YOU for supporting us along the way.

Now....the 'canned' part that includes more details.....  

I’m walking to make a difference for the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community, and I’d love your support. Every six minutes, someone is diagnosed with PD. The funds we raise will help the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) provide:

  • Local education, information, and support for people impacted by PD

  • Nationwide virtual programs to keep everyone connected, no matter where they live

  • Scientific research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and ultimately a cure

The more we raise, the more lives we can touch. Your donation truly matters.

It’s quick and easy to give - click the "Support Me" or "Donate Now" button. You’ll receive an automatic confirmation email, and I’ll be notified right away so I can thank you personally.

Any amount you give will bring us one step closer to better treatments, more support, and hope for the future.

Thank you for your generosity. Together, we’re making a real difference.

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  • Gretchen and Isaac Mertes We love you and are so thankful that Jason has found so much success and healing. A day ago $260.00
  • Laura Bangerter A day ago $104.00
  • Anonymous A day ago $52.00
  • Gretchen and Isaac Mertes We love you and are so thankful that Jason has found so much success and healing. A day ago $260.00
  • Laura Bangerter A day ago $104.00
  • Anonymous A day ago $52.00