South Florida PBS — WXEL — our story on public television
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South Florida PBSWXEL — our story on public television
 Hometown Hero — CBS News
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Hometown HeroCBS News
 A Children's Book for Awareness — KRQE News
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A Children's Book for AwarenessKRQE News
 Courthouse Lights Up Blue — WFLX FOX 29
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Courthouse Lights Up BlueWFLX FOX 29
In loving memory of Sharon Riff Ackerman

It's all about Mom.

Together for Sharon began with one son's love for his mother — and grew into a movement to raise awareness and help find a cure for Parkinson's disease.

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Sharon's Story — a documentary about Parkinson's, advocacy and family. Coming January 2027. Coming January 2027
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The documentary

Sharon's Story

Parkinson's, Advocacy & Family

The film tells Sharon's story — her battle with Parkinson's, the family who stood beside her, and the fight to find a cure that continues in her name.

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Voices from the Parkinson's community

Interviews

Thousands of conversations with warriors, caregivers & advocates.

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Podcasts

Every show in one place — 450+ episodes.

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Messages of Hope

Video messages of encouragement — from public figures and beyond.

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Blog

Articles, news, and Tackling Tough Topics.

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Her life

All about Sharon

Sharon Riff Ackerman — mother, grandmother, friend. Everything here exists because of her.

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The podcasts

Hundreds of conversations with warriors, caregivers, researchers and advocates — all in one place.

Every show in one place — browse all of the podcasts, seasons and episodes. All podcasts →
The bookshelf

Books by TogetherForSharon®

A Son's JourneyA Son's JourneyI Love You, Grandma Sharon!I Love You, Grandma Sharon!Policing and Parkinson's DiseasePolicing and Parkinson's DiseaseAn Empty Seat at the TableAn Empty Seat at the TableVoices of ResilienceVoices of ResilienceVoices of Resilience IIVoices of Resilience IIFrom Pain to PurposeFrom Pain to PurposeSports & Slowing the Progression of PDSports & Slowing the Progression of PDMen Grieve TooMen Grieve TooThe Caregiver's Advocate, Volume 2The Caregiver's Advocate, Volume 2Parkinson's Disease & The LawParkinson's Disease & The Law
Explore the full bookshelf — every one of our titles, all available on Amazon. Browse all books →

Proceeds are donated to the Parkinson's Community.

Out in the community

Events & Conferences

Where the Parkinson’s community gathers — talks, conferences, and events for awareness and hope.

World Parkinson CongressPhoenix, ArizonaAPDA Optimism WalkPalm Beach County, FloridaLife Time Tropical 5K – Parkinson’s FoundationMiami, FloridaMeeting Michael J. Fox
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Messages of hope

Voices in the public eye

Encouragement for the Parkinson’s community from celebrities, athletes and artists.

Jennifer Garner
Kenny G
Fran Drescher
Brett Favre
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Together For Sharon awareness wristbands, in memory of Sharon Riff AckermanWorn in Sharon’s memory
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