What is Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's Disease  (PD)  is a progressive neurodegenerative disease, which involves the loss of cells in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra.  These cells are responsible for producing a chemical called dopamine, which acts as a messenger between the brain cells that control movement.  It is estimated that by the time the diagnosis is made approximately 80% of dopamine producing cells have already stopped functioning.  The resulting significant decrease in dopamine leads to the appearance of the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.

The net proceeds from this event will be donated to two different organizations.  The Canadian amount raised will be donated to Parkinson Society British Columbia.  The US amount raised will be donated to The Davis Phinney Foundation.  Tax receipts will be issued as per Canadian Revenue Agency guidelines upon completion of event.

For further information regarding Just Giver  for Parkinson please contact Kelly or Branko.

Kelly Jablonski
54 – 3880 Westminster Hwy.
Richmond BC
V7C 5S1
Ph. 604-805-7476
email viper01@telus.net

Branko Radmilovic
847 East 33rd Ave.
Vancouver BC
V5V 3A4
Ph. 778-987-6815
email bradchachi2000@yahoo.ca



Parkinson Society British Columbia
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is a not for profit, charitable organization established in 1969 and entirely supported by donations from corporations, foundations, individuals and the dedicated efforts of volunteers.

PSBC offers a variety of services to ease the burden for those living with this chronic, degenerative neurological disorder and extends support to all British Columbians that are affected by PD. There are approximately 11,000 individuals in B.C. with Parkinson's. However, the Parkinson's community includes many more: care partners, concerned family members and friends as well as health care providers. PSBC strives to create outreach programs to support this community.

Parkinson Society British Columbia exists to address the personal and social consequences of Parkinson's disease through education, outreach, scientific research and public awareness.

Parkinson Society British Columbia
600 - 890 West Pender Street
Vancouver BC, V6C 1J9
Ph. 604-662-3240
Betty Hum

email bhum@parkinson.bc.ca

www.parkinson.bc.ca


The Davis Phinney Foundation
The Davis Phinney Foundation (DPF) works to understand, prevent and effectively treat Parkinson's disease through collaborative medical research. Based in Denver, Colorado, the foundation was established in 2004 by cycling legend Davis Phinney, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at the age of 40.

DPF's immediate work is focused on funding the development of more effective treatment regimes stemming from existing technologies, and understanding fully the neuro-protective attributes of those regimes. Of particular interest to the foundation is the exploration the positive effect of fitness and exercise on Parkinson's sufferers.

DPF's objective is to develop new cure-like treatment options to halt disease progression and extend a patient's quality of life. Ultimately, we believe our collective scientific contribution will help find a cure to this debilitating disease.

The Davis Phinney Foundation
PO Box 19264
Boulder Colorado 80308
Phone 303-733-3340
Kristie Henderson
email Info@davisphinneyfoundation.org

www.davisphinneyfoundation.com

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