Parkinson’s Orange County to Host LGBTQ+ Support Group Launch Meeting During Pride Month

Erin Angelo • June 15, 2026

Parkinson’s Orange County is proud to announce an upcoming launch meeting to explore the creation of a new LGBTQ+ Support Group for people with Parkinson’s, care partners, and loved ones.

In honor of Pride Month, this meeting is designed to begin a meaningful conversation about how Parkinson’s Orange County can help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for LGBTQ+ members of the Parkinson’s community and those who love and care for them.

Living with Parkinson’s can bring unique challenges, and no one should have to navigate those challenges alone. For LGBTQ+ individuals and families, finding a space where people feel seen, respected, and understood can be especially important. This launch meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to share ideas, express interest, and help shape what future support could look like.

The meeting is open to people with Parkinson’s, care partners, loved ones, allies, and anyone who would like to help build a welcoming and affirming space within the Parkinson’s Orange County community.

LGBTQ+ Support Group Pride Month Launch Meeting
Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM PST
Location: Via Zoom, https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5078977028


This first gathering will be an open and welcoming conversation. Attendees are invited to share what kind of support, topics, resources, and community connections would be most meaningful as Parkinson’s Orange County considers future LGBTQ+ support group programming.

At Parkinson’s Orange County, we believe every person impacted by Parkinson’s deserves access to support, education, resources, and connection. This meeting is one more step toward building a Parkinson’s community where everyone feels valued, included, and supported.

All are welcome. Your voice matters.

To attend the launch meeting, please click here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5078977028,  or contact Parkinson’s Orange County for more information.

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