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Annual Parkinson’s expo held in Rehoboth Beach

Dr. Justin P. Martello, a board-certified neurologist specializing in movement disorders and Parkinson’s disease at ChristianaCare Health System, speaks at the Parkinson’s Education and Wellness Expo. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
May 14, 2024

The Parkinson’s Education and Support Group of Sussex County presented its annual Parkinson’s Health, Wellness and Education Expo May 4 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.

More than 150 attendees took part in the event that featured a diverse array of activities and resources designed to educate, inspire and empower. Experts in the Parkinson’s field offered information from local organizations, medical facilities and drug companies dedicated to supporting the Parkinson’s community. Exhibitor specialities include speech services, physical therapy, nutrition counseling, home care, rehab and caregiver support.  

Guest speakers include Dr. Justin P. Martello, a board-certified neurologist specializing in movement disorders and Parkinson’s disease at ChristianaCare Health System; Dr. Joseph M. Savitt, an associate professor of neurology at the University of Maryland; Dr. Carolyn Trasko, an integrative health specialist; and Allie Signorelli, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2002 at age 47. Signorelli draws on her expertise and experience as a prominent figure in Parkinson's advocacy, leveraging her substantial online presence to raise awareness, funds and support.

These experts discussed new treatments, coping systems for caregivers and patients, and valuable insights into the management of Parkinson’s disease.

"We are thrilled to host the annual Parkinson’s expo and to provide a platform for education, support and community connection," said Amanda Peters, PESGSC board president. "Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease, and we invite everyone to join us for a day filled with knowledge, inspiration and community support."

For more information, go to sussexcountyparkinsons.com.

 

Shown volunteering at the event are PESGSC board members (l-r) Amanda Peters, Tom McDonald, Bill Cobb, Denise Demback and Lindsay Olsen.
Holly Jones of Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke stands at the info booth.
Will Scott, left, and Anfernee Allen of CNU Fit are ready to be your personal trainer.
The staff at Neuro RPM displays how their app can help Parkinson’s symptom monitoring on a watch. Shown are (l-r) Pallavi Mishie, Neil Chitre, Ethan Richards, Atila Omer, Varun Hande and Chan Lee.
Presenting information about hospice services are Ann DeLazaro, director of Delaware Hospice, and hospice volunteer Kathleen Frankie.
Tom Cosentino gets strength testing from University of Delaware grad student Rebecca Daniels.
Repping Supernus Pharmaceuticals are (l-r) Michelle Lane, Susan Sapir-Fields, Brittany Alling and Charice Williams.
Chip Leonard, right, of Silver Lining Home Health Care gives information to Chris Muto.
Dawnn and Sean Thomas of Wave Physical Therapy bring the therapy to people’s homes.
Nancy Ranalli, PT, director of community outreach & assistive technology for Easterseals, offers information about services for patients with Parkinson’s.
Rotary member Pat Campbell-White, who volunteered at the event, serves some goodies to Chuck Hartsock.
Holly Jones of Peninsula Home Care at Nanticoke speaks with a patient at the event.
Allie Signorelli, an advocate who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2002 at age 47, speaks to the crowd about finding purpose and building community while living with Parkinson’s.

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Dan has worked for the Cape Gazette for more than 30 years as a photographer and reporter, covering high school sports and happenings around eastern Sussex County. He won a photography award from the National Newspaper Association, and numerous awards from the Maryland, Delaware, D.C. Press Association. A Delaware native, Dan graduated from Cape in 1972 and returned as a teacher and coach in the 1980s. He retired from the classroom in 2016. He was inducted into Cape High’s Legends Stadium in 2016. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, grandchildren and dogs. 

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