Welcome to October 2024 - Together For Sharon

Welcome to October 2024…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!

Newly Released!

Voices of Resilience: Conversations with Parkinson’s Disease Warriors, Caretakers and Advocates, Book 1. https://www.togetherforsharon.com/my-book-voices-of-resilience/

This book of interviews aims to raise awareness and hope for a cure for Parkinson’s Disease. I contacted individuals worldwide to obtain the interviews because PD does not discriminate and affects individuals, families, and communities worldwide. I believe we must be family in this fight for a cure. When I learned that approximately 1 million individuals are diagnosed in the United States and over 10 million worldwide, I felt that many other journeys needed to be shared. So many inspired me to keep advocating for a cure!

Endorsements:

Each chapter in Voices of Resilience introduces readers to inspiring figures who share their personal journeys with Parkinson’s. Their stories are a blend of challenges, triumphs, and humor, showcasing the unique ways they cope with and adapt to disease. This book not only aims to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease but also to celebrate the strength and creativity of those living with it. The first installment of this series of books offers an insightful and engaging look at the diverse experiences of both men and women at different stages of the condition. This is a passion project for my husband, whose goal is to find a cure for Parkinson’s disease.

I am so proud!

—Grether Ackerman, Sharon’s Daughter-in-Law

In Voices of Resilience, Dr. George Ackerman once again makes the bold choice to step away from the status quo of pushing the next best medications or citing lengthy clinical studies. Instead, he gives readers a unique understanding of living with Parkinson’s disease by sharing candid interviews with those who are currently impacted by this devastating condition. It is through these conversations that readers discover that Parkinson’s is much more than a faceless, chronological, neurodegenerative disease without a cure.

Throughout these pages, Dr Ackerman shows that a life with Parkinson’s is a journey of self-discovery and patience. It’s having the courage to commit to self-improvement and new beginnings. Living with Parkinson’s is learning the art of letting go while coming to terms with the challenges of acceptance and compromise. It is discovering the value of being fully present and trusting that the only moment that truly matters—is now.

—Mick Beaman, Music Breathes

Within a day of my diagnosis of Young Onset Parkinson’s, I started to trawl social media to see what I could learn. It didn’t take long for me to come across George. He is a 24/7 advocate and one of a kind. He is not only a relentless advocate for a cure but also one of the most encouraging and kindest people I know. This passion is combined with his sharp mind and focus on these remarkable interviews. They are unique, just like George!

— Carl Beech, CEO Spotlight YOPD

With all the passion and care that are George’s hallmark, he uses the voices of those directly impacted by this disease to put an exclamation point on raising awareness and advocating for a cure for PD! George is exceptionally eloquent in his pursuit of awareness and passionately in tune with the Parkinson’s community. As individuals challenged with Parkinson’s, my husband and I are so glad to have George on our side, constantly advocating for the benefit of everyone impacted by this disease!

—Debra Flynn, Person with Parkinson’s Ambassador and Florida Chapter Board Member, Parkinson’s Foundation

George has worked tirelessly to bring the world’s Parkinson’s community together in this book through his interviews. Each person featured has a different story with one main theme: provide hope to all of us who are living with Parkinson’s.

—Glen M. Higa, President, Hawai’i Parkinson Association,

Certified Personal Trainer, Make It Happen Personal Training

PD WARRIORS AND CELEBRITY MESSAGES OF HOPE!

A message from Rasheda Ali to the entire Parkinson’s community throughout the world at https://www.togetherforsharon.com/pd-warriors-celebrities/

Photo Credit: Twitter. Daily Mail.

Rasheda Ali is an internationally known Author, Speaker, and PD Advocate who wrote, “I’ll Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall – A Child’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease”, inspired by her children and her father, Muhammad Ali, who suffers from Parkinson disease.

A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate: In Memory of My Mother Sharon. Order your copy here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1C5X4P3?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_J0R5MTD1DQNV7P9YWRBK

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

We recently added these sections:

Books throughout the Community section highlighting authors around the world https://www.togetherforsharon.com/books/
PwP Support section to help promote those with PD throughout the community https://www.togetherforsharon.com/partnerships/#pwp
In Memory section to always remember those we lost due to PD and the loved ones who still want their memory to never be forgotten!

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

PwP Throughout the World was inspired to highlight PwP who have incredible talents & to share their direct artistry for awareness. We do not accept a thing in return but hope for a cure! Feel free to reach out to these amazing individuals directly.
https://www.togetherforsharon.com/pwp-throughout-the-world/

Photo Credit: James Lange.

Our latest: The togetherforsharon Podcast:

The togetherforsharon Podcast featuring Sharon’s son George & Sharon’s daughter in law, Grether. https://www.togetherforsharon.com/podcast-interviews/

A conversation on awareness. Episode 12: Rachelle Smith-Stallman’s Dance Beyond Parkinson’s https://youtu.be/3cBWX6bSahY

And

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George (Celebrating 100 episodes!)

Q & A with Sharon’s son, George. Episode 66 Special Guest: Amy Lavallee Brian Grant Foundation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzVZlpmyoqA

Photo Credit: The Brian Grant Foundation

OTHER Podcasts Sharon’s son, George was a guest on:

The Giant Builders: From Advocacy to Action: Dr. George Ackerman’s Fight Against Parkinson’s Disease. Hosted by Lois Wyant https://podcasts.bcast.fm/e/4892lrrn-from-advocacy-to-action-dr-george-ackerman-s-fight-against-parkinson-s

A new BLOG: The Tackling Tough Topics BLOG 8: Maintaining your marriage or partnership during caregiving. https://www.togetherforsharon.com/the-tackling-tough-topics-blog-8-maintaining-your-marriage-or-partnership-during-caregiving/

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

We have almost raised $35,000 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 and Power Over Parkinson’s Join us at https://www.togetherforsharon.com/donations-fundraising/

Photo Credit: Drive Toward a Cure

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

An interview with Valerie diLorenzo: Sing Loud for PD https://www.togetherforsharon.com/valerie-dilorenzo-sing-loud-for-pd/

An interview with Bobby Krause: Triumph over Tremors https://www.togetherforsharon.com/bobby-krause-triumph-over-tremors/

An interview with Tine Van Bogaert & Alexandra Boogers: Starry Skies, Cosmic Shakes https://www.togetherforsharon.com/tine-van-bogaert-alexandra-boogers-starry-skies-cosmic-shakes/

An interview with Claudio Semplicini: Walk better, Walk longer with ExoBand https://www.togetherforsharon.com/claudio-semplicini-walk-better-walk-longer-with-exoband/

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

An interview with Megan Lee: Running Towards a Cure in Honor of Don Gerth https://www.togetherforsharon.com/megan-lee-running-towards-a-cure-in-honor-of-don-gerth/

Sharon’s son George & Mr. Michael J. Fox on 2/2/2024. What an honor to meet my hero and inspiration and he wore our togetherforsharon band in memory of mom! Thank you, Mr. Fox.

We now have a mug! Click below to order yours! togetherforsharon does not accept any money. All proceeds go to Stephen from Parkinson’s T-shirts

to support his journey with Parkinson’s, artwork. Stephen is a graphic designer with Parkinson’s Disease.

https://www.togetherforsharon.com/mugs-memorabilia/

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://www.togetherforsharon.com/partnerships/#partnerships-parkinsons

We are all TOGETHER in this fight for awareness and a cure!

Thank you always for your support, love, and care!

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