National Parkinson's Event Series Arrives in Southern Nevada

The Michael J. Fox Foundation's "Parkinson's IQ + You" aims to educate and empower Parkinson's patients and caregivers.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Michael J. Fox Foundation is bringing its national "Parkinson's IQ + You" educational event series to Southern Nevada on March 14, 2026. The free event in Henderson, NV will feature interactive panels and sessions to help people living with Parkinson's disease and their loved ones learn more about managing the disease, the latest treatments and research, and ways to get involved in the Parkinson's community.

Why it matters

The Parkinson's IQ + You series aims to empower the Parkinson's community by providing access to the latest information and resources. This is especially important in Southern Nevada, where many Parkinson's patients and families may not have easy access to specialized Parkinson's care and support.

The details

The event will include panels on building a comprehensive Parkinson's care team, the latest advancements in Parkinson's research, and strategies for navigating life with Parkinson's. There will also be a Parkinson's Partner Expo where attendees can connect with local and national Parkinson's organizations, healthcare providers, and clinical trial teams.

  • The Southern Nevada "Parkinson's IQ + You" event will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • The event series has traveled to 23 cities across the U.S. since launching in 2019.

The players

The Michael J. Fox Foundation

The world's largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson's research, dedicated to accelerating a cure and improving therapies for those living with Parkinson's disease.

Allie Signorelli

MJFF Patient Council member and Parkinson's IQ + You event moderator.

Sheryl Lowenhar

MJFF Patient Council member and Parkinson's IQ + You event panelist, person living with Parkinson's.

Maggie Kuhl

MJFF's vice president of patient engagement.

Prentis Brooks

Care partner to his wife living with Parkinson's, Parkinson's IQ + You event panelist.

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What they’re saying

“Managing Parkinson's often presents new questions for those of us living with the disease, as well as for our loved ones. With recent breakthroughs and milestones moving the field forward, Parkinson's IQ + You offers people in the community, including me and my family, an opportunity to not only learn, but also be part of today's momentum.”

— Allie Signorelli, MJFF Patient Council member and Parkinson's IQ + You moderator

“The value of a strong care network and supportive community while living with Parkinson's cannot be overstated, and events like Parkinson's IQ + You play a vital role in fostering those connections. Events like these provide people and families living with Parkinson's the opportunity to access the latest information on the disease, learn about the incredible scientific advancements we're seeing and feel empowered to take action in their own disease journey.”

— Sheryl Lowenhar, MJFF Patient Council member and Parkinson's IQ + You event panelist

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The takeaway

This event series highlights the importance of providing the Parkinson's community with access to the latest information, resources, and support to help them better manage the disease and feel empowered in their care.