NEWS RELEASE
PARKINSON SOCIETY ONTARIO
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Over 100,000 Canadians are affected by Parkinson’s, an incurable neurodegenerative disease that tends to target the 65 and older demographic.
But this not always the case, Réjean Tellier was diagnosed last year at the age of 54.
The disease affects and progresses differently in everyone, but most suffer difficulty moving, stiffness and tremors.
“So far it’s not too bad. I have tremors in my left arm, trouble with my balance, sometimes my leg drags when I walk. But for the most part, my meds can control it, and I can hide it in public,” said Réjean. “It’s not a death sentence, I stick to my exercises, and I try and stay positive. It’s made easier by having support.”
Réjean currently attends the Parkinson support group in Timmins, where he meets with other individuals with Parkinson’s.
It was at the support group that he learned about the Parkinson SuperWalk, the annual Canada wide fundraiser.
The Parkinson SuperWalk aims to not only raise funds, but spread awareness of the support that is out there for people affected by Parkinson’s.
“More people need to know about the support that is out there for people with Parkinson’s, we are here, and we can help you,” said Réjean “We learn about what meds are coming out, what possible cures are on the horizon. The unknown frightens more than reality, and the support group helps fight the unknown.”
The Timmins walk’s information is as follows:
Location: Timmins Regional Athletic and Soccer Complex
Date: Sunday September 13, 2015
Address: Timmins Regional Athletic and Soccer Complex, 335 Theriault Blvd.
Registration Start Time: 3 p.m.
Timmins Amount raised 2014: $7,624
To find out more, please visit www.ParkinsonSuperWalk.ca.
Walks will be held at 33 locations throughout the central and northern Ontario region on September 12 and 13.
Everyone is welcome to join the walk as an individual, a team or you can even lend your support as a virtual walker.
The Parkinson SuperWalk has raised over $31 million in the last 25 years for support services, advocacy, education and research for over 100,000 Canadians affected by Parkinson’s.
About Parkinson SuperWalk
Parkinson SuperWalk provides the opportunity for participants to raise funds and awareness on behalf of all Canadians living with Parkinson’s.
More than 14,000 participants, volunteers and supporters raised over $2.9 million in 2014.
National sponsors for 2015 are Naturegg Burnbrae and Roots Canada.
The Parkinson SuperWalk has raised more than $31 million in the last 25 years and that money has been invested in communities across Canada including the Central & Northern Ontario region to provide support services, education, advocacy and research for people affected by Parkinson’s.
About Parkinson Society Central & Northern Ontario
Parkinson Society Central & Northern Ontario contributes to the National Research Program while regionally offering support services, information and specialized programs to ease the burden for those living with this chronic, degenerative neurological disorder.
The Central and Northern Ontario region covers a large geographic area from St. Catharines to Kingston and then north to include all of Northern Ontario.
There are over 50 chapters and support groups throughout the region to support people affected by Parkinson’s.
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