High Five of the Week | June 15, 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. Third Thursdays Webinar: A Look at Depression and Anxiety in PD Register to join us on June 18 at 12 p.m. ET as panelists discuss how and why mood changes happen in Parkinson’s; how you and your loved ones can talk about these symptoms with each other and with your providers; and what treatment options are available.     2. Two-Way Connect: A Special Conversation in Honor of Father's Day This Friday, June 19 at 12 p.m. ET, special guests and familiar faces from the MJFF community are coming together to offer perspectives and personal stories about fatherhood and Parkinson's disease. Look for more information on Facebook throughout the week.     3. Parkinson’s Podcast: ESPN Founder, Bill Rasmussen, Shares His Story of Parkinson’s Diagnosis The third episode of our limited series COVID-19 podcast is available on demand. Co-hosts Larry Gifford and Rachel Dolhun, MD, talk with ESPN founder, Bill Rasmussen, about staying active, maintaining a positive outlook, and participating in research after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s.     4. Virtual Event Spotlight: New England Parkinson’s Ride Cycling in Sync Join the New England Parkinson’s Ride family on September 12, as members old and new unite across the country to cycle in sync toward a world without Parkinson’s. This year, distance doesn’t matter -- it’s not where you ride, or how far you ride, it’s why you ride!     5. #TogetherApart: A Tribute to Dad Due to social distancing, many will be celebrating Father’s Day apart. Consider creating a tribute page to unite your loved ones to honor, remember or celebrate the life of someone touched by PD. Tell your story, upload photos, and post the link online as a lasting place to share memories and support research.