General Blogs
Reflections and advocacy from George and the Parkinson's community.
Parkinson’s disease advocacy is not always easy… in fact, some days it is so damn hard.
Parkinson’s disease advocacy is not always easy… in fact, some days it is so damn hard. I truly advocate 24/7. Why? Because I am…
May 8, 2026
Staying Informed With Parkinson’s Just Got Easier
Staying Informed With Parkinson's Just Got Easier Living with Parkinson's disease means living with constant change in symptoms, in treatment options, and in the…
May 6, 2026
Mother’s Day Without Her, But Always With Her
Mother’s Day Without Her, But Always With Her Mother’s Day is one of the hardest days of the year for me. It’s a day…
May 6, 2026
Honored to announce the Podcast is the Winner of the Communicator Awards for Podcasting
🎙️ From Story to Impact: The TogetherForSharon® Podcast Wins a Communicator Award “Congratulations! You Are a Communicator Award Winner.” Those words from the Academy…
May 5, 2026
Hidden Risks at Home: Pesticide Exposure (Termite Treatment), Environmental Concerns, and Parkinson’s Disease
Hidden Risks at Home: Pesticide Exposure (Termite Treatment), Environmental Concerns, and Parkinson’s Disease Introduction For many families, home represents safety and security. However, growing…
May 5, 2026
Thank you APDA, now it is time for Action, not words alone! Plus a Tour Down Memory Optimism Walk Lane!
Thank you to the American Parkinson Disease Association—Now it is time for me to not just thank you not just in words, but through…
May 2, 2026
A Heartfelt Thank You to Freddie Roach
A heartfelt thank you to Freddie Roach for his time, support, and friendship—it truly means so much. Standing together in this fight for a…
May 1, 2026
How to Advocate to Your Legislators: Protecting Communities from Paraquat and Advancing Parkinson’s Disease Awareness
How to Advocate to Your Legislators: Protecting Communities from Paraquat and Advancing Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Introduction Parkinson’s disease (PD) is one of the fastest-growing…
May 1, 2026
Parkinson’s Disease & The Law is now available as a FREE eBook
Most people with Parkinson’s don’t realize they have legal protections. This free resource explains your rights, protections, and options—especially if you’re still working. 📘…
May 1, 2026
Proclamation from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
Wrapping up Parkinson’s Awareness Month with incredible momentum—this Proclamation from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just arrived! April may be coming to a close, but…
April 30, 2026
Why Hasn’t Florida Banned Paraquat?
Why Hasn’t Florida Banned Paraquat? A Call to Protect Florida’s Future from Parkinson’s Disease A statewide Parkinson's disease registry was established in 2026 as…
April 30, 2026
Memories… something Parkinson’s disease will never take from me.
Memories… something Parkinson’s disease will never take from me. I choose to remember my mother—my best friend—for the incredible and amazing person she will…
April 30, 2026
How to Build a Parkinson’s Exercise Cocktail Plan
How to Build a Parkinson’s Exercise Cocktail Plan Exercise is increasingly recognized as one of the most powerful interventions available for people living with…
April 28, 2026
Dr. George Ackerman Appointed to American Parkinson Disease Association Voices of Parkinson’s Council
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. George Ackerman Appointed to American Parkinson Disease Association Voices of Parkinson’s Council Advocate commits to advancing support, awareness, and care…
April 27, 2026
A Moment That Says Everything: Carrying Her Legacy Forward
A Moment That Says Everything: Carrying Her Legacy Forward Standing here with my daughter—and Sharon’s granddaughter—Brooke is one of the most meaningful moments in…
April 26, 2026
A Journey of Hope: Returning to the Unity Walk for Parkinson’s Awareness- MJFF
A Journey of Hope: Returning to the Unity Walk for Parkinson’s Awareness For the third year in a row, we had the incredible honor…
April 26, 2026
A Moment That Meant Everything: A Life-Changing Encounter at the Unity Walk
A Moment That Meant Everything: A Life-Changing Encounter at the Unity Walk At the Michael J. Fox Foundation Unity Walk 2026 in Central Park,…
April 26, 2026
📣 International Impact Book Award Winner – Children’s Book
📣 International Impact Book Award Winner – Children’s Book We are proud to announce that “I LOVE YOU, GRANDMA SHARON! Brooke and Grandma’s Days…
April 20, 2026