Dementia is an overall term for diseases and conditions characterized by a decline in memory, language, problem-solving, and other thinking skills that affect a person's ability to perform everyday activities. Memory loss is an example but Dementia is more than just loss of memory. It is brain failure.
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a form of Dementia. PD occurs when brain cells that make dopamine, a chemical that coordinates movement, stop working or die. Because PD can cause tremor, slowness, stiffness and walking and blance problems, it is called a "movement disorder." But constipation, depression, memory problems and other non-movement symptoms also can be part of Parkinson's disease.
Get Connected
Dementia Family Pathways provides support through our life-changing programs for people living with Dementia and Parkinson’s disease, their Care partners, family, and friends. Find out how you can connect with others through our support groups, fitness programs, and annual wellness seminars.
1st Tuesday of every month
except January 2021
9:30 to 11:00 am CST
Beach Chamber
309 R. Jackson Blvd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
2nd Tuesday of every month
except January
9:30 to 11:00 am CST
Beach Chamber
309 R. Jackson Blvd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Sounds of Joy
Wellness Choir
Finding joy and wellness through song!
Senior Gems
A Guide for Family Members with Dementia
Parkinson's Care Program
Motor and Non-motor Strategies
850 Strong Rock Steady Boxing
Fighting back against Parkinson's
Get Involved
We hope you will come join us at one of our signature fundraising events to support people in our community who are living with Dementia and Parkinson’s. Whether you pound the pavement for Parkinson's, attend one of our educational seminars, or join us for our next annual Dementia & Parkinson's Wellness Expo, together we can improve the lives of those impacted by Dementia and Parkinson's disease.
Saturday - October 3, 2020
Frank Brown Park
16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Annual Dementia & Parkinson's
Wellness Expo
Thursday - January 21, 2021
2nd annual Dementia/Parkinson's Wellness Expo
Florida State University – PC
Holley Academic Center
4750 Collegiate Dr
Panama City, FL 32405
Dementia Family Pathways is achieving more with our initiatives than ever before. We work on many exciting projects to help improve the lives of people living with Dementia and Parkinson's, and are proud of the progress we continue to make. Learn more about what you can do to help us promote positive change in our community.