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Our Early Onset Parkinson’s Blog
At Drive Toward a Cure, we know that Parkinson’s looks different for everyone — and the best way to truly understand it is to hear directly from those living with it. This blog is a place where individuals facing early-onset Parkinson’s can share their own stories in their own words. Some days are tough, some are full of unexpected wins, and all of them are real. By opening up this space, we hope you’ll not only learn more about the journey, but also feel the strength, humor, and resilience that shines through each person’s voice. None of us are on this road alone.
Oh Crap! It’s Parkinson’s
February 17, 2026
When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in my 40s, that first year felt disorienting and uncertain. Two unexpected anchors helped me find my footing again: practicing gratitude and connecting with the Parkinson’s community. The people I met — individuals living...
Hope, On Screen and Beyond
February 10, 2026
Parkinson’s is not one story — it’s many. On Shrinking, Harrison Ford shows the vulnerability and grit of living with the disease, while Michael J. Fox stands as living proof that a diagnosis doesn’t define a life. For the Young Onset community, moments like this affirm what we know to be true: movement matters, visibility matters, and hope is always in motion.
This Isn’t About Staying Positive
February 3, 2026
It’s easy to believe that optimism is the most important thing we can carry through a hard life. A good attitude. A positive mindset. The ability to look on the bright side and keep smiling no matter what. Young onset Parkinson’s cured me of that belief. Living with...
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Drive Toward a Cure Partners with RPM Foundation for Parkinson’s Awareness Month
The RPM Foundation is partnering with Drive Toward a Cure during Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Both foundations will engage in fundraising opportunities including Drive Toward a Cure’s own ‘Special Assistance Fund’ and RPM’s scholarship and outreach for career enhancement programs, while promoting the alignment and the cause.
Drive Toward a Cure Ties With Pennzoil for Entrée to Formula Drift at Road Atlanta
When it comes to “F” words, how about Formula Drift, Pro Drift driver Federico Sceriffo, and his Ferrari 599 drift car! One lucky Fan that will win a chance to be part of the Formula Drift Atlanta Experience, May 11-13, 2023. Compliments of partner, Pennzoil, Drive Toward a Cure is giving away a package for the Atlanta Formula Drift event!
$30k Raised Thanks To No-Reserve Bring A Trailer Charity Auction
The automotive enthusiast community showed up in full force through Bring a Trailer’s auction platform supporting Drive Toward a Cure’s initiative to broaden awareness for Parkinson’s Disease and grow its ‘Special Assistance Fund. The seven-day, no-reserve charity auction featured ONE near-priceless package that sold for $30,000!
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