Parkinson SuperWalk set for Maple Ridge on Sept. 12

The 36th annual Parkinson SuperWalk will come to Hammond Community Centre Hall in Maple Ridge on Sept. 12.

Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. at 20601 Westfield Ave., with the walk beginning at 10 a.m. The fundraiser is one of more than 10 events planned across British Columbia and has a provincial fundraising goal of $300,000.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that damages nerve cells and can cause tremors, stiffness and balance problems. About 17,500 people in B.C. are living with the disease.

Parkinson Society British Columbia says proceeds support its advocacy, research, programs and services for people affected by Parkinson’s. More information is available at support.parkinson.bc.ca.