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Parkinson’s Disease: Intervening Early Concerning Employment (PIECE)
We are conducting an study to learn how people with Parkinson’s disease address employment challenges and what resources they use to address these challenges.
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Parkinson's Foundation Hosts Moving Day on Oct. 16
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab booth will host a booth at the the Parkinson's Foundation's Moving Day on Sunday, October 16, at Soldier Field.
In the News

“INside the OUTcomes” Podcast: Working with Parkinson’s Disease
The latest episode of “INside the OUTcomes” — the Center for Rehabilitation Outcomes Research’s (CROR) podcast — features an interview with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Miriam Rafferty, DPT, PhD, director of Implementation Science, and research scientist II, Strength + Endurance Lab. This episode was released to coincide with World Parkinson’s Day on April 11.
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IDEAS en Español Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders Program
We are pleased to offer IDEAS en Español, a Spanish-language educational video series about Parkinson’s disease. The series is comprised of short videos created by Spanish- speaking professionals and Parkinson’s disease experts.
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Interdisciplinary Boot Camp for Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders
The Parkinson’s disease “Boot Camp” at our Burr Ridge Outpatient & DayRehab Center offers a unique, comprehensive approach to care that integrates physical, occupational and speech therapy tailored to meet your individual needs and maximize your abilities.
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Accelerating Physical Therapy Exercise Monitoring in Parkinsons
This study will explore different ways to integrate digital health technology and behavior change interventions into physical therapy settings to improve exercise monitoring and maintenance. We are looking for people with Parkinson's Disease who are referred to the Proactive PT Program at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Clinical Trial

New Parkinson's Foundation Community Grant: "IDEAS en Español"
the 3rd edition of the IDEAS education series in the late summer/early fall of 2022. This grant will help support a new initiative entitled: “Información para el Desarrollo Educativo y Apoyo Social en la comunidad afectada por Parkinson (IDEAS en Español)” or “Information for Educational Development and Social Support in the Parkinson’s Community.”
In the News

In the News: Rev. Jesse Jackson undergoing therapy for Parkinson's disease
A recent story on ABC7 highlighed Rev. Jesse Jackson's stay at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab where he underwent treatment for Parkinson's disease.
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Study Finds People with Parkinson’s Experience High Levels of Financial Stress
People diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease experience the same level of financial stress as someone dealing with advanced cancer even if they’re still working and receiving a paycheck.
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Parkinson’s Works Support Group Helps Members Navigate Employment Challenges
Johnson is now a veteran member of the Parkinson’s Works group, a support group for people with Parkinson’s disease who want to discuss employment-related issues. The group is run by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and meets by Zoom twice a month and has about 16 core members around the country.
In the News

Parkinson’s Works Support Group Helps Members Navigate Employment Challenges
Lynn Johnson was a busy mother of two and a senior project manager when she was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease in her 40s.
Research Project