Hays Regional Parkinson's Support Network

04/21/2026

Parkinson’s Awareness Month is the perfect time to brush up on your PD facts. 📝 Here are 5 things about Parkinson's disease that everyone should know.

Learn more at ➡️ Parkinson.org/Awareness

04/15/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE: There will not be Rock Steady Boxing or Care Partner's meeting today in Hays.

We will not meet again until May 20th for boxing and care partner's meeting.

04/12/2026

💙April is Parkinson's Awareness Month💙

Supporting a loved one with Parkinson’s doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, practical changes can make a big difference in communication, daily activities, and confidence!

04/11/2026

Today is World Parkinson’s Day! 🌎 More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s disease, and in the United States alone, someone new is diagnosed with PD every 6 minutes.

The Parkinson’s Foundation is dedicated to making life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global PD community. Join us as we raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease and Find Real Answers by visiting: Parkinson.org/Awareness

04/08/2026

Meadowlark residents and staff are coming together on April 9 for NIFS Pump it for Parkinson’s. We are pumped to participate in this nationwide event helping to raise awareness for the benefits of exercise for those living with Parkinson's Disease! Pump It for Parkinson's

04/07/2026

Join us for Rock Steady Boxing!

Wednesday, April 8-Rock Steady Boxing at the Hays Public Library in the Schmidt Gallery (south end) from 3:00-4:00. Our local group joins Meadowlark Parkinson's Program via zoom to participate in this non-contact fitness program for people with Parkinson's. The class is instructed by a certified coach. Those attending for the first time will have to sign a waiver.

04/07/2026

Today for Parkinson’s Awareness Month, get involved with the Virtual Parkinson’s National Day of Action! Join us in advocating for:

🔬 Investing in Parkinson’s disease research
🚫 Protecting people from toxic exposures linked to PD
🏛️ Fully implementing the National Parkinson’s Project

Learn how you can by visiting: Policy.parkinson.org/April7Action

04/06/2026

The Parkinson’s Foundation is excited to introduce Ask PAM (Parkinson’s Assistance Messenger): An AI-powered chat tool that provides trusted, evidence-based answers about Parkinson’s disease. 💬

Using artificial intelligence, PAM pulls information from Parkinson.org to answer questions about PD. PAM was created to give people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones instant access to accurate PD information 24 hours a day, seven days a week, however the information provided by PAM is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to replace advice from any qualified healthcare provider.

To begin a chat with PAM, click the symbol that appears in the bottom right corner of every page on Parkinson.org. Learn more about this new tool, including answers to frequently asked questions, by visiting: Parkinson.org/blog/awareness/ask-pam

04/04/2026

03/31/2026

---This week's happenings---

Wednesday, April 1-Rock Steady Boxing at the Hays Public Library in the Schmidt Gallery (south end) from 3:00-4:00. Our local group joins Meadowlark Parkinson's Program via zoom to participate in this non-contact fitness program for people with Parkinson's. The class is instructed by a certified coach. Those attending for the first time will have to sign a waiver.

Thursday, April 2-Monthly group meeting at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 2000 Main St from 1:30-3:30. We will hear a presentation about the Senior Companion Program at FHSU.

We look forward to seeing many at either or both events!

Send a message to learn more

03/25/2026

Rock Steady Boxing today, Wednesday, March 25 at the Hays Public Library in the Schmidt Gallery (south end) from 3:00-4:00. Our local group joins Meadowlark Parkinson's Program via zoom to participate in this non-contact fitness program for people with Parkinson's. The class is instructed by a certified coach. Those attending for the first time will have to sign a waiver. Hope to see you there!

03/18/2026

Rock Steady Boxing today, Wednesday, March 18 at the Hays Public Library in the Schmidt Gallery (south end) from 3:00-4:00.
Our local group joins Meadowlark Parkinson's Program via zoom to participate in this non-contact fitness program for people with Parkinson's. The class is instructed by a certified coach. Those attending for the first time will have to sign a waiver.

Also today, Wednesday, March 18 from 3:00-4:00 at the Hays Public Library in the 1st floor conference room (north end), will be a Care Partner meeting. This is designed for those caring for or supporting someone who has Parkinson's.