High Five of the Week | May 18, 2020

Below are five ways you can stay engaged, informed, and inspired this week. For more, check The Michael J. Fox Foundation's COVID-19 resource hub for information to support the worldwide Parkinson's community through this challenging time, and our virtual public events hub for a complete list of upcoming community-hosted offerings. As always, we're in this together. 1. Parkinson’s Podcast: How is COVID-19 Impacting Parkinson’s Disease Research? Tune in on Wednesday, May 20 at 12 p.m. ET for the second episode of our limited series COVID-19 podcast. Co-hosts Larry Gifford and Rachel Dolhun, MD, talk with MJFF CEO Todd Sherer, PhD, about the state of research during the pandemic and the Foundation’s response.     2. Currently Trending: Managing Finances, Estate Plans and More during Uncertain Times Part II It’s important to review and update documents that express your health care wishes. Martin Shenkman, CPA, MBA, PFS, AEP, JD, an attorney specializing in estate and tax planning, shares a checklist of key health care-related planning documents in part two of a three-part guest blog series.     3. Virtual Event Spotlight: Have You Checked Out the Virtual Events Hub Lately? Our community is getting creative when it comes to virtual fundraising events and challenges. Explore what’s new and consider signing up to join the fun from afar.     4. Third Thursdays Webinar: I’ve Got Parkinson’s…Now What? Navigating a New Parkinson’s Diagnosis Register for a webinar this Thursday, May 21 at 12 p.m. ET to hear practical tips and personal viewpoints on being diagnosed with PD as well as ways to connect with the community.     5. #TogetherAtHome: If I Knew Then What I Know Now… This week, MJFF is launching our latest guide for people newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s, created in collaboration with true experts -- people living with the disease. Follow us on social media to let us know about your experience and to get the latest on new resources and guides.