Date & Time
8:00am EST - 3:00pm EST
About The Event
The Hope in Every Step Symposium brings together people living with Parkinson’s disease, care partners, healthcare professionals, and community members for a day of education, connection, and encouragement.
The day will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Ray Dorsey, movement disorder specialist and coauthor of The Parkinson’s Plan and Ending Parkinson’s Disease. Attendees will also take part in Parkinson’s-specific exercise sessions, hear clinical presentations on dementia and surgical treatment options, participate in an expert Q&A panel, enjoy lunch, and have time to visit sponsors.
Registration & Pricing
General admission is $35, or $30 with early bird pricing when you register by February 11.
General admission is not eligible for Continuing Education credits.
Healthcare professional registration is $75 to earn 5 Continuing Education (CE) credits.
Early bird pricing does not apply to the CE registration option.
This program offers 5 CE credits for registered nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and allied health professionals. Accreditation details and certificates will be provided following the event.
Please note: Registration for the Symposium does not register you for our book club. Scroll down for more information on how to register for our virtual book club for The Parkinson's Plan!
About The Event
The Hope in Every Step Symposium brings together people living with Parkinson’s disease, care partners, healthcare professionals, and community members for a day of education, connection, and encouragement.
The day will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Ray Dorsey, movement disorder specialist and coauthor of The Parkinson’s Plan and Ending Parkinson’s Disease. Attendees will also take part in Parkinson’s-specific exercise sessions, hear clinical presentations on dementia and surgical treatment options, participate in an expert Q&A panel, enjoy lunch, and have time to visit sponsors.
Registration & Pricing
General admission is $35, or $30 with early bird pricing when you register by February 11.
General admission is not eligible for Continuing Education credits.
Healthcare professional registration is $75 to earn 5 Continuing Education (CE) credits.
Early bird pricing does not apply to the CE registration option.
This program offers 5 CE credits for registered nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and allied health professionals. Accreditation details and certificates will be provided following the event.
Please note: Registration for the Symposium does not register you for our book club. Scroll down for more information on how to register for our virtual book club for The Parkinson's Plan!
Date & Time
8:00am EST - 3:00pm EST
Free Book for Early Registrants
The first 150 registrants for the Traverse City symposium will receive a free copy of The Parkinson’s Plan.
Books are provided one per person or per couple and must be reserved during registration. Supplies are limited and subject to availability.
Book Information & Book Club – The Parkinson’s Plan
How do I reserve a copy of the book?
When you register for the symposium, you’ll be asked how many copies of The Parkinson’s Plan you would like to reserve. Books are provided one per person or per couple, with a maximum of two copies per registration.
If you are registering a larger group and multiple individuals would like their own copy, separate registrations may be completed to reserve additional books. For questions about larger group registrations or book needs, please contact Torrey Davenport at 248-419-8002 before registering.
When and where can I pick up my book?
Multiple book pick-up opportunities will be offered leading up to the symposium, and participants are also welcome to pick up their reserved copy at:
Leland Township Library
203 Cedar St E, Leland, MI 49654
February 2 at 1:00 p.m.
Presbyterian Church of Traverse City
701 Westminster Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
February 10 at 12:30 p.m.
Books will also be available for pick-up at the symposium.
Is there a book club for The Parkinson’s Plan?
Yes. MPF will host a virtual book club for The Parkinson’s Plan before the symposium. Participation is optional. Those who choose to join the book club may wish to pick up their book in advance so they can read along and participate in discussions.
The book club is a great opportunity to connect with others in the Parkinson’s community and attend the symposium with shared insights and questions for Dr. Ray Dorsey.
Book club dates:
February 19, 12 - 1:00 pm | Chapters 1-4
March 5, 12 - 1:00 pm | Chapters 5-9
March 19, 12 - 1:00 pm | Chapter 10
Click here to register for the book club and receive the Zoom link to join!
Hotel Block Information
Park Place Hotel
300 E State St, Traverse City, MI 49684
April 6 & 7, 2026
Group Name: Michigan Parkinson Foundation
Group Code: MPF454
Click here to book your group rate for the Michigan Parkinson Foundation Room Block
(When visiting this link, please select April 6 & 7 as your check-in and check-out dates to receive the room block rates)