Welcome to July 2025… - Together For Sharon

Welcome to July 2025…thank you for your support! Please share and ask others to subscribe. No one is alone in this fight for a cure! Together our voices are so much stronger!

TogetherForSharon® In memory of my Mother, Sharon to voice awareness & hope for a PD cure.

Please support us https://togetherforsharon.com/shop/ proceeds can go to you or your organization with a specific code we can create together.

We are Excited to announce that we have accepted an invitation to advocate in Washington, DC.

Thank you to the Michael J. Fox Foundation!

Communicator Award

We have been awarded the Communicator Awards, “Award of Distinction”

This is for Mom…. And without all your support this would never have been possible. Thank you from our family to yours…. to each and every one of your support. We will never let mom be forgotten due to PD

Special thank you to TerraTrike! All-Star PD Sports Cast Episode 12: Trikes with Special Guest: Steve Squires & from Terra Trike – Torey Groen

We recently had the opportunity as guests on the All-Star PD Sports Cast! We talked about how TerraTrike got its start, what trikes have meant for the PD community, how to find a trike and MORE!

https://www.terratrike.com/2025/06/24/all-star-pd-sports-cast-episode-12-trikes-with-special-guest-steve-squires-from-terra-trike-torey-groen/

Sports & Slowing the Progression PD: A Collection of Personal Stories & Research AVAILABLE NOW AT https://togetherforsharon.com/sports-slowing-the-progression-pd/

This book provides an in-depth review of the journeys of those diagnosed with PD, advocates, and caregivers. The emphasis is on the importance of slowing the progression of PD through sports. In providing this information, the hope is that until the cure is discovered, we can provide valuable information, avenues, and information covering multiple sports and their effect on those battling PD. Also noted are sports, which need more research and lack these results.

Finally, if those battling PD know about various exercises, fitness, and improving health through specific sports, then progression can be maintained and slowed down. This could result in longer health spans and maintaining the ability to allow the reader to combat PD until the cure is found. In addition, providing multiple sport analysis will benefit so many to not be discouraged if they do not enjoy or participate in one sport because so many others exist today which through awareness can be beneficial.

We have assembled a variety of experts worldwide to share their experiences, research, and evidence through their journeys that, in many cases, through specific sports, the progression of PD can be slowed down, and in many cases, allows each to live a productive life and maintain longer coping mechanisms.

We have teamed up with many organizations to make major donations to their cause through book sales!

We made the NEWS! The American Parkinson Disease Association news! Because together our voices are so much stronger! https://www.apdaparkinson.org/apda-in-the-news/

International Impact Book Award was given to TogetherForSharon® for the book, A Son’s Journey. From Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate. In Memory of my Mother Sharon

“Being selected as a winner at the International Impact Book Awards is a testament to your exceptional talent, dedication, and creativity. Your work has truly made an impact, and it is our honor to celebrate this remarkable achievement with you.” https://togetherforsharon.com/my-book-a-sons-journey/

AVIALABLE NOW! An Empty Seat at the Table

We need everyone’s voice in the fight for a Parkinson’s cure.

As I advocate in memory of my mother, Sharon, who lost her battle with Parkinson’s, I’ve faced unexpected challenges. The fight for awareness and a cure has not always been inclusive, especially for those of us who have lost loved ones to the disease. But our voices still matter and are still powerful in this fight.

While we cannot bring back our loved ones, we can unite with those currently battling Parkinson’s and their caregivers to push for a cure. We must persist, even in the face of negativity, in honor of those we’ve lost. It’s time to bring awareness to the voices that have been shut out of this conversation and use our loved ones’ memories to support others and advocate for a cure.

An Empty Seat at the Table is a behind-the-scenes look at the obstacles faced in my journey and a call for those left behind to continue to use their voices to fight this disease in the name of those lost to PD so they will never be forgotten. It is also a compilation of interviews in memory of loved ones lost to PD and artwork by Parkinson’s artists as a way to visualize the struggles of the loss of our loved ones and the difficulty that we sometimes face advocating in their memory.

BLOG?

Interested in writing a BLOG? Let’s Team up to Advocate for a PD Cure!

I am seeking the Parkinson’s Community, Medical field, Caregivers and all to see if you would be interested in writing a BLOG for our monthly blogs. Please see

https://togetherforsharon.com/parkinsons-blogs/

and reach out if ever interested! You would be able to pick the topic! This would highlight important topics in the PD community, globally and to advocate together!

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George – Podcast

A one-on-one question and answer show Hosted by Sharon’s Son, George for awareness, hope for a cure & to share inspiring journeys, advocacy, and support throughout the world.

For all Episodes see https://togetherforsharon.com/qa-with-sharons-son-george/

A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate: In Memory of My Mother Sharon. Order your copy here https://togetherforsharon.com/product/a-sons-journey-from-parkinsons-disease-caretaker-to-advocate/

LOCAL EVENTS IN SOUTH FLORIDA

American Parkinson Disease Association https://apdaparkinson.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&participantID=38181

A new Show “On the Virtual Road”

Q and A with Sharon’s son, George: On the Virtual Road. Episode 7: National Parkinsons Institute’s The Red Tulip Gala Special Guests Erika Ganong and Eric Richardson https://youtu.be/ywx4YInWx3g

PD WARRIORS AND CELEBRITY MESSAGES OF HOPE!

A message from Jennifer Garner & Sharon’s son, George to the Parkinson’s Disease Community.

Jennifer is an actress starring in movies, TV & theater including Alias, Catch Me If You Can, Daredevil, Dallas Buyers Blub, Peppermint and the Last Thing He told Me. Today Jennifer sends a message of Hope to the Parkinson’s community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyMzygse8x4

Please share and join us on a new Channel!!! Parkinson’s Connection YouTube

Welcome to a community of advocates, people with Parkinson’s and communities across the world for awareness & hope for a cure! https://www.youtube.com/@TheParkinsonsConnection

OUR LATEST SHOWS:

The togetherforsharon Podcast:

A conversation on awareness. Episode 18 Special Guests Dr Carlos & Akemi Mercedes: Physical Therapy – Healing, Wellness & Empowerment for Parkinson’s https://youtu.be/iJUFmi3rVAk

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George (Celebrating 250 episodes!)

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George Ep 151 Special Guest Jeanne Quinn SHAKE AND FREEZE®️

OUR VERY FIRST HOLIDAY SHOW! https://youtu.be/MRaidQd-x04

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George Episode 152 Special Guest Laura Olmos https://youtu.be/ubZ7QvIg1Bo

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George. Episode 239 Special Guest: Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PhD, APDA Chief Mission Officer, American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA): Early signs of Parkinson’s Disease/Non-motor symptoms of PD https://youtu.be/lpwNInCsWAI

A NEW BLOG:
The Tackling Tough Topics BLOG 14: The Emotional Toll of Diagnosis https://togetherforsharon.com/the-tackling-tough-topics-blog-14-the-emotional-toll-of-diagnosis/

NEW EPISODE!

Episode 3: Welcome & Aloha! Parkinson’s Coast to Coast: Featuring Kevin Mokuahi. Hosted by Glen & George (Sharon’s son) https://youtu.be/bqsJ8uUpAZU

From Hawaii to Florida & Across the World for PD Awareness!

All-Star PD Sports Cast- NEW EPSIODE! where we discuss Sports and slowing the progression of PD with guests, interviews, information and advocating together!

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All-Star PD Sports Cast Episode 10. Professional Athlete Gina Cilento. Hosted by Tim (MYPDPARTY) & Sharon’s Son, George. https://youtu.be/mgSQ5z6OQOw

Share your journey or if you know of an inspiring journey in the Parkinson’s community share this link https://togetherforsharon.com/interview-index/

Scroll to the bottom to share your journey.

NATIONAL FUNDRAISING

Michael J. Fox Foundation https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/5978652

Drive Toward a Cure https://www.drivetowardacure.org/fundraising/togetherforsharon

Power Over Parkinson’s https://www.poweroverpd.org/together-for-sharon

American Parkinson’s Disease Association https://apdaparkinson.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&participantID=38181

Parkinson’s Foundation https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/TR?team_id=84653&fr_id=6096&pg=team&s_locale=en_US

DONATIONS:

We have almost raised $51,000 in memory of mom for Parkinson’s awareness and hope for a cure! Support mom through these various Foundations including the APDA, Michael J. Fox/Team Fox, Drive Towards a Cure, Parkinson’s Foundation and Power Over Parkinson’s

Join us at https://togetherforsharon.com/donations-fundraising/

Please see our latest interviews & Podcasts with Parkinson’s fighters, Foundations & leaders in the community around the world!

Written Interviews:

An interview with Shane Crimmins, YOPD ARE YOU AWARE? And Advocacy through TikTok https://togetherforsharon.com/shane-crimmins/

An interview with Gary Appelsies: From Diagnosis to Determination: A Parkinson’s Patient’s Story https://togetherforsharon.com/appelsies/

An interview with John W. Kozyak, Both Parents Battled Parkinson’s Disease https://togetherforsharon.com/john-w-kozyak/

An interview with Paula Abola, MSc: Hope in Motion: A Granddaughter’s Mission to Transform Parkinson’s Care https://togetherforsharon.com/paula-abola/

AN “IN MEMORY” INTERVIEW, IN MEMORY OF ALL THOSE WHO LOST THEIR PD BATTLE… WE NEVER FORGET.

In memory of all those who lost their battle with Parkinson’s and the caregivers who keep their memory alive forever. Their voices will live on!

https://togetherforsharon.com/in-memory/

Sharon’s son George & Mr. Michael J. Fox. What an honor to meet my hero and inspiration and he wore our togetherforsharon band in memory of mom! Thank you, Mr. Fox.

You can now SHOP for books, Mugs and Bands at https://togetherforsharon.com/shop/

We have also teamed up with some incredible PD products at https://togetherforsharon.com/affiliates/

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VIDEOS Learn more about Together for Sharon at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIeBLOelhaLQNvgeNMzu-5g

Latest Resources! See the latest resources of incredible organizations throughout the world for Parkinson’s awareness! https://togetherforsharon.com/partnerships/#partnerships-parkinsons

We are all TOGETHER in this fight for awareness and a cure! -If you are interested in sharing your journey or know someone who is, email us 24/7! Thank you always for your support, love, and care!