The Hagerstown Parkinson’s Support Group
Hagerstown, MD and the Four-State Area

Support Group Meetings and Events

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You are invited and encouraged to visit one of our support group meetings—without obligation—to decide for yourself if group activity can help you have a better life while suffering from this life-altering disease.  There is no charge (you buy your own lunch), there is plenty of parking, and it is easily accessed by those with mobility challenges.

Our meetings generally consist of a group luncheon at the Western Sizzlin Steakhouse, 17567 York Road,  Hagerstown, MD (301-791-7560) and an expert speaker on some aspect of Parkinson's Disease or its treatment. 

Meetings are normally held on the first Thursday of every month, at 11:45 AM.  Please contact us to verify date and time.  Our meeting schedule, speakers, and activities are shown below.    Put the dates on your calendar now!  Contact: 301-797-7323  |  jpfiery@verizon.net if you need information or transportation.

Persons with Parkinson's and/or caregivers and other family members should attend these meetings.  Those who have family or friends with Parkinson's and any one with similar diseases are also welcome.  Individuals in senior services professions are always welcome to sit in on our meetings too.

Hagerstown Parkinson’s Support Group
2021 Speaker Schedule
 

At our February 2016 meeting, Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Dave DeHaven and Connie Hipp for their tireless contributions to the success of our support group.

At the January 2017 meeting, two Outstanding Member Awards were presented  to Dean Cook and Ecile Shaw for their contributions to the support group and the community in general.  A Special Achievement Award was presented to Dean and Carol Cook for the efforts they put into formulating and executing a very successful yard sale to the benefit of the Hagerstown Parkinson's Support Group.  Our May 7, 2016, yard sale was a great success.  See the "rest of the story".

At the January 2018 meeting, Outstanding Member Awards were presented  to Vi and Frank McConnell, Jay Stouffer, Mike Saterbak, and Carol Gaines for there support and contributions to the Hagerstown Parkinson's Support Group.  See the Archived February 2018 newsletter (left column) for photos and more details.

At the January 2019 meeting, an Outstanding Member Award was presented to Carol Cook.  Red lanyard awards were also made.

At our March 2020 meeting, Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Judy Fiery, Sam Fiery, and Carolyn McKee.

Meeting Presentations can be located here.  (Savitt, Distefano, McCoy, Butala, and Fowler )

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Take a look at our Archived Newsletters (Left Column) to get a sense of what takes place in our meetings and what kind of information is made available.  They also include our meeting schedule and upcoming speakers.

Caregivers' Breakfasts are held to allow caregiver members to get together once a month to discuss common issues and provide input for upcoming events for the Support Group.  These events are held on the third Monday of every month.   If you would like to attend, please Contact: 301-797-7323  |  Karen.Callandrelle@gmail.com.  Our breakfasts are usually held at The Hagerstown Family Diner located at 431 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD.

Caregivers' Lunches have recently started.  These are held on the fourth Monday of every month at 11:30 AM at the Hagerstown Family Diner.  If you would like to attend, please Contact: 301-797-7323  |  jpfiery@verizon.net. 

·         Educational Activities

In addition to the following activities, see our latest newsletter (left navigational panel) on this site for additional opportunities.

Educational Seminars:

• ril 26, 2019 – "Within Our Reach Symposium" - presented by the University of Maryland Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center --CLICK HERE-- for registration and information.April 26, 2019 – "Within Our Reach Symposium" - presented by the University of Maryland Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center --CLICK HERE-- for registration and information.

Parkinson's Disease Advocate Program:

PD Advocates provide someone for you to talk to about your issues.

 Check out our latest newsletter for other opportunities.

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