Community
SHINING A
LIGHT ON THE
NEED FOR A
CURE
At The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF),
accelerating a cure and improved treatments
for Parkinson’s disease (PD) is our singular
focus every day. Each April, Parkinson’s
Awareness Month and World Parkinson’s
Day (April 11) are opportunities for the PD
community to share their stories and the
critical need for a cure.
“We need to raise the
profile of PD to get more
funding for research and
find a cure.”
— Isabel P.
In honor of World Parkinson’s Day, New York
City’s iconic Empire State Building lit up in
MJFF orange and white, inspiring commentary
worldwide on social media about life with PD.
“The patient must
be proactive. Activity
and attitude are most
important. Look for
groups in your area for
patients and caregivers.”
— Bob L.
“Calling attention to
PD helps people to
understand that they are
not alone in this disease
and that there are people
who care and are doing
their best to find a cure.”
— Carol S.
Stay up to date with research progress and ways to get involved. Turn to page 22 to learn how
to follow MJFF on social media.
Plan for Your Financial Future and Help Speed a World without Parkinson’s
The Michael J. Fox Foundation presents two online seminars that walk people through
actionable steps for securing a positive financial future with Parkinson’s. Featuring Marty
Shenkman — CPA, registered investment advisor and estate planning attorney — the video
presentations and accompanying downloads outline key financial, legal and charitable
giving considerations for patients and families at various income levels.
Access these complimentary online sessions at michaeljfox.org/estateplanningwebinars.
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