PD 101: Understanding Parkinson's Disease (PD)
Hosted by the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
PD 101 is a free introductory program designed to help individuals and families better understand Parkinson’s disease. Whether you have been newly diagnosed, have been living with Parkinson’s for years, or are a care partner, family member, friend, or healthcare professional, this program is open to anyone looking to learn more about Parkinson’s.
For many individuals and families, PD 101 is the first step in understanding Parkinson’s and learning about the resources available to support you.
During this session, participants will learn about:
• What Parkinson’s disease is and how it affects the brain
• Who develops Parkinson’s and what may contribute to the condition
• Common motor and non-motor symptoms
• How Parkinson’s is diagnosed
• Treatment approaches and symptom management strategies
• Programs, services, and resources available through the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and connect with others in the Parkinson’s community.
If you have questions about this program, please contact Julia Wall at jwall@parkinsonsmi.org or 248-419-8009.
Upcoming Dates & Locations:
Metro Detroit Sessions:
When: First Wednesday of every month, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (No date in June)
Upcoming dates:
November 4, 2026
December 2, 2026
January 6, 2027
February 3, 2027
March 3, 2027
April 7, 2027
May 5, 2027
July 7, 2027
August 4, 2027
September 1, 2027
October 6, 2027
November 3, 2027
December 1, 2027
Now offering Saturday sessions:
January 23, 2027, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson's - 31440 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Macomb Twp Session:
When: December 2, 2026, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Macomb Township Recreaction Center, 20699 Macomb St, Macomb, MI 48042
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Grand Rapids Sessions:
When: See a full list of upcoming dates below, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Upcoming dates:
December 15, 2026
Where: Trinity Health Medical Center – Cherry - 245 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Level 1 Conference Room
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Charlevoix Session:
When: January 25, 2027, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Where: American House Charlevoix, 615 Petoskey Ave, Charlevoix, MI 49720
Presented by: Torrey Davenport, Northern Michigan Program Manager
Traverse City Sessions:
When: See a full list of our upcoming dates below, 5:30 pm
Upcoming dates:
October 22, 2026
December 17, 2026
January 28, 2027
March 25, 2027
May 27, 2027
July 22, 2027
September 23, 2027
November 25, 2027
Where: Traverse City Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
Presented by: Grace Rosa, PT, DPT, MPF Community Educator
PD 101: Understanding Parkinson's Disease (PD)
Hosted by the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
PD 101 is a free introductory program designed to help individuals and families better understand Parkinson’s disease. Whether you have been newly diagnosed, have been living with Parkinson’s for years, or are a care partner, family member, friend, or healthcare professional, this program is open to anyone looking to learn more about Parkinson’s.
For many individuals and families, PD 101 is the first step in understanding Parkinson’s and learning about the resources available to support you.
During this session, participants will learn about:
• What Parkinson’s disease is and how it affects the brain
• Who develops Parkinson’s and what may contribute to the condition
• Common motor and non-motor symptoms
• How Parkinson’s is diagnosed
• Treatment approaches and symptom management strategies
• Programs, services, and resources available through the Michigan Parkinson Foundation
Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and connect with others in the Parkinson’s community.
If you have questions about this program, please contact Julia Wall at jwall@parkinsonsmi.org or 248-419-8009.
Upcoming Dates & Locations:
Metro Detroit Sessions:
When: First Wednesday of every month, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (No date in June)
Upcoming dates:
November 4, 2026
December 2, 2026
January 6, 2027
February 3, 2027
March 3, 2027
April 7, 2027
May 5, 2027
July 7, 2027
August 4, 2027
September 1, 2027
October 6, 2027
November 3, 2027
December 1, 2027
Now offering Saturday sessions:
January 23, 2027, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Kirk Gibson Center for Parkinson's - 31440 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Macomb Twp Session:
When: December 2, 2026, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Macomb Township Recreaction Center, 20699 Macomb St, Macomb, MI 48042
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Grand Rapids Sessions:
When: See a full list of upcoming dates below, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Upcoming dates:
December 15, 2026
Where: Trinity Health Medical Center – Cherry - 245 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Level 1 Conference Room
Presented by: Julia Wall, MPF Director of Education
Charlevoix Session:
When: January 25, 2027, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Where: American House Charlevoix, 615 Petoskey Ave, Charlevoix, MI 49720
Presented by: Torrey Davenport, Northern Michigan Program Manager
Traverse City Sessions:
When: See a full list of our upcoming dates below, 5:30 pm
Upcoming dates:
October 22, 2026
December 17, 2026
January 28, 2027
March 25, 2027
May 27, 2027
July 22, 2027
September 23, 2027
November 25, 2027
Where: Traverse City Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
Presented by: Grace Rosa, PT, DPT, MPF Community Educator