Young Onset Parkinson's Network upcoming events

April Community Gathering (04/28/2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Authentically connect with others who understand what you're experiencing. On the fourth Tuesday each month, YOPN members come together to share, learn, and explore what's possible as we plan our paths forward. Zoom breakout rooms are open and members are encouraged to conversation hop as needed to find a discussion that most engages them.

Join us on Tuesday, April 28th at:

4:00 pm PST

5:00 pm MST

6:00 pm CST

7:00 pm EST

YOPN DC Live Meetup (05/03/2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Hello YOPN DC Metro Members!

Join us for a YOPN Live Event on Sunday, May 3 from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM at The Perch, in the Capital One HQ Campus, conveniently located right off the Beltway in Tysons, VA.

Please RSVP by May 1st!

WHAT: Meet, chat, listen to live music, grab a drink or bite to eat with local YOPN members! All are welcome, including care partners, significant others, friends and family.

The Perch is a park in the sky! On top of Capital One Hall and connected to the Watermark Hotel, this serene village green soars more than 10 stories above the bustling street.

All food and beverages will be purchased individually. There is a Starr Hill Biergarten and food trucks where you can find additional options.

WHERE: The Perch at Capitol One Center in Tysons, Virginia:https://www.capitalonecenter.com/retailer/starr-hill-biergarten; https://www.starrhilltysons.com/

We will meet on the grassy seating area in front of the stage. A live band will be playing from 2pm-5:30pm. https://www.starrhilltysons.com/events/event-two-7er9b-2z2fc-97rsd-rtwze-gdbkf
In case of rain, we will meet at the indoor Starr Hill Brew Pub located on the first level of the same building

Parking information: https://www.starrhilltysons.com/parking

Questions? Contact Victor at victor19@gmail.com or Elaine at lsmith252627@gmail.com

Look forward to seeing you soon!

Speaker Series: Answering Your Medical Cannabis Questions (05/12/2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Cannabis dosing and administration vary, which makes it hard to know how best to access and evaluate it for use in your at-home care. Join us to learn about the history, pharmacology, and research behind medical cannabis. Sit down with expert integrative medicine specialist, Michelle Sexton, ND, to learn everything you need to know to make informed decisions about incorporating cannabis, including side effects, medication interactions, long-term effectiveness, how best to consume, and more!

Dr. Sexton is a respected pioneer in the field of medical cannabis. She has over thirty years of experience as a midwife, herbalist, and naturopathic doctor, and has presented her research internationally and published 24 papers in peer-reviewed journals. She is a member of the International Cannabinoid Research Society, the International Association of Cannabinoid Medicine the California Naturopathic Doctors Association, and the American Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Join us on Tuesday, May 12th at:

4:00 pm PDT

5:00 pm MDT

6:00 pm CDT

7:00 pm EDT

May Community Gathering (05/19/2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us on Tuesday, May 19th* at:

4:00 pm PST

5:00 pm MST

6:00 pm CST

7:00 pm EST

*Date changed from the 4th Tuesday of the month to the 3rd Tuesday of the month for May because of World Parkinson's Congress.