What struck me the most was watching my mom redefine the way she operated and the person she was. She found strength in the little things in life—stretching, exercising, and even taking up boxing. She learned to speak openly about her mental health and walked away from any negativity she faced. She didn’t allow Parkinson’s to define her, and rather found a way to rebel against it by being true to herself.
My mom shared her story with you earlier this week, but what she didn’t mention is how this campaign represents everything our family believes in—that bold action creates change. This not only changed her own life despite her limitations, but led us to celebrate the privilege we have to support the strongest woman in our lives.
John, now it’s your turn to support change with a gift today.
The researchers we’re supporting today have the nerve to believe that we can fund the answers our community deserves. They’re working on breakthroughs that could spare other families the fear and uncertainty we experienced.
Through Parkinson Canada, we’ve accessed the care my mom needed and the valuable information that helped us support her in living a beautiful life. Now it’s time to fund the research that could change everything for future families. Your gift will be doubled thanks to a generous match from the estate of Judy Hazlett. That’s twice the impact when you give today.
We have 48 hours to show these researchers that Canada’s Parkinson’s community has the same nerve. Don’t let this moment pass.
Thank you, on behalf of our community,
Kyle Pereira
Son of Mylene, who lives with Parkinson’s
*Gifts are generously matched by the estate of Judy Hazlett, up to a maximum of 25k.
