APDA 2026 Rhode Island Optimism Walk & 5k Fun Run for Parkinson's
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October 3, 2026 9:30am - 12:30pm
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We need your help...
There is strength in numbers, and our team hopes you will join us in the fight against Parkinson's disease (PD) by donating today. We have set a lofty goal, and we hope to beat it because we know that every dollar raised makes a difference. The more funds we can raise for the APDA Optimism Walk, the more people we can help in the local PD community, and that's more important now than ever. The Newport County Parkinson's Community has directly benefitted from frunds from the RI CHapter ot the APDA to start new exercise programs and our support group.
This year our team will walk in memory of two members of our community, Maureen Murphy and David Dwyer. Maureen inspired us at our support group meetings with her optimism and hope. David kept our PD Cycling class pedaling hard while entertaingin us with his stories and wit.
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- Every six minutes, someone is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- Funds raised enable the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) to continue providing local education, information, and support to those touched by PD in our community and fund scientific research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and ultimately the cure.
- The more funds we raise, the more people we can help!
You can make an easy online donation by clicking on the Roster tab, selecting a team member, and then clicking on the 'Support Me' button on their fundraising page. You will automatically receive a confirmation email, and we will be notified of your support via email.
Thank you in advance for your generosity. Together, we are truly making a difference for those in need!
OUR TEAM: Donate to our team by choosing a team member to support.
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Melissa Roderick $874.00
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Robert Burrell $520.00
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Kristin Matteson Team Captain $234.00
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Denise Bernardo $130.00
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Barbara Best $104.00
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Janice Griffin $104.00
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David Best $52.00
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RoseMary Laramee $52.00
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Chris Thompson $26.00
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Heather Bernardo $0.00
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Samwise Shurtleff $0.00
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Lisa Shurtleff $0.00
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Astra Bernardo $0.00
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Mark Bernardo $0.00
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Shelley Fried $0.00
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Michael Bernardo $0.00
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Lori Bernardo $0.00
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Richard Bernardo $0.00
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James Griffin $0.00
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