Parkinson's support events coming up in June

Several Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group events are scheduled in June.

Counselor Kelly Amos will present "Empowered Living with Parkinson's: Simple Lifestyle Strategies to Support Resilience and Well-being" on June 5 at the Elks Lodge, 1170 W. Prairie Ave. 

Living with Parkinson's disease presents daily challenges, but the choices made each day can influence how a person feels, function and thrives, a press release said. Amos will share simple lifestyle strategies that support strength, resilience and brain-body health. Complimentary lunch will be served at noon followed by member introductions. Amos will speak from 1 to 2 p.m. 

Also at the Elks Lodge, June 12, 19 and 26:

• Music and Wellness: 11:30 a.m.to 12:15 p.m.
• Moving to the Music: 12:15 to 1 p.m.

The Women's with Parkinson's Support Group will meet at 1 p.m. June 19 at MacKenzie River Grill, 405 W. Canfield Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

Founded in 2006, the Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group hosts free meetings and events that are open to anyone affected by Parkinson's as well as family members and caregivers.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive movement disorder that affects a person's ability to walk, talk and do other everyday tasks.

Visit cdaparkinsons.com for information about the Coeur d'Alene Parkinson's Support Group.