Wisconsin Parkinson Association

06/19/2026

⚾️💙 Thank You for an Amazing All-Star Access Event! 💙⚾️

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our All-Star Access: Meet Jacob Misiorowski ball signing event this week! We truly appreciate all of your support and hope you had a wonderful time meeting Jacob and creating special memories.

A very special thank you to Jacob Misiorowski for spending time with our WPA community and for pulling the winning tickets for his signed jersey and bobblehead giveaway. It was such a memorable moment for our attendees!

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to Chris Hyler, from Hyler Media for capturing the event with his professional photography, We greatly appreciate his time, talent, and generosity. In addition, thank you to Signature Services and Team Lammi.

Thank you again to everyone who attended and helped make this event such a success. We are grateful for our incredible WPA community! 💙⚾️

06/18/2026

💙 We are incredibly grateful to Point After Pub & Grille and Mark Mastrostefano for their generous support of the Wisconsin Parkinson Association.

Thank you to Jacob Misiorowski for using his platform to raise awareness and share his family’s Parkinson’s journey. Together, we are bringing hope, support, and resources to individuals and families living with Parkinson’s.

We are so thankful for your partnership! 💙

On behalf of the Point After team, co-owner Mark Mastrostefano presented a donation check for the Wisconsin Parkinsons association to Milwaukee Brewers star pitcher Jacob Misiorowski! Jacob is very active in Parkinsons research as his father was diagnosed with this disease a few years ago. Point After is more than happy and proud to support this worthwhile organization!

06/18/2026

💙 NEW WPA CARE PARTNER SUPPORT GROUP – BROOKFIELD! 💙

The Wisconsin Parkinson Association is excited to announce a new Brookfield Care Partner Support Group designed specifically for those caring for a loved one living with Parkinson’s.

Being a care partner can be rewarding, challenging, and at times overwhelming, you do not have to navigate this journey alone. Join us for a welcoming and supportive space to share experiences, gain resources, and connect with others who truly understand.

📅 When: 1st Thursday of each month | 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Where: Brookfield Public Library
1900 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield, WI

💙 Living Your Best Life – All Are Welcome

For more information, contact facilitator Barb Schmidt at
📧 [email protected]
📞 414-312-6990

Please share with anyone who may benefit from this wonderful new support opportunity.

06/17/2026

💙 A moment we will never forget. 💙

We were so honored to be a part of this incredible day with Jacob Misiorowski and the Milwaukee Brewers community. Seeing Julia’s joy as she met “Miz” was a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do, creating moments of connection, hope, and inspiration for those living with Parkinson’s.

A heartfelt thank you to Jacob for taking the time to make Julia’s day along with so many others so special, and to everyone who continues to support individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s.

These are the moments that remind us: we are stronger together. 💙

Julia shares a special moment after attending a Parkinson’s event h...

06/16/2026

We were honored to be a partner in the very first Green Bay Poling for Parkinson’s event. 💙

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make this event such a wonderful success. From our amazing participants who showed up ready to learn and move, to our dedicated instructors, volunteers, and generous sponsors, your support is helping provide hope, education, and resources to individuals living with Parkinson’s.

Urban Poling is a powerful tool that can improve posture, balance, mobility, and confidence, and we are thrilled to bring this opportunity to more people in our communities.

Thank you for taking these important steps with us. Together, we are making a difference, one stride at a time. 💙

A new event in Green Bay is giving people with Parkinson’s a simple tool to stay active — walking poles.

06/15/2026

Visual hallucinations can be one of the more confusing and isolating symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. While not everyone experiences them, they are more common than many people realize and can range from seeing shadows or movement in the corner of your eye to seeing people, animals, or objects that aren’t there.

In this week’s Pearls for Parkinson’s, we discuss what visual hallucinations are, why they can occur in Parkinson’s disease, and practical strategies that may help manage them. Most importantly, we encourage open conversations with your healthcare team, as treatment options and support are available.

If you or someone you care about has experienced visual hallucinations, know that you are not alone.

🎧 Listen to this week’s episode for insight, understanding, and practical tips: https://pearlsforparkinsons.buzzsprout.com/

You can find both the Parkinson's EmPower Talks and Pearls for Parkinson's podcasts and resources on your favorite podcast app, WPA website and social media channels or subscribe to WPA's YouTube channel to get notified.
Website: https://wiparkinson.org/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

06/15/2026

Jacob Misiorowski’s rise from hometown standout to MLB flamethrower traces back to the unwavering support from his parents Tom and Crystal.

06/13/2026

Our FREE monthly Parkinson’s support group is on Wednesday, June 17th!

Our support group welcomes those living with Parkinson’s and their care providers. You can expect to find a safe space to share lived experiences and a community that cares.

Call or click the events link in our bio to register!

06/10/2026