RAISING AWARENESS ON A TRACTOR: HOW MIKE HELPED HIS BROTHER AFTER A PD DIAGNOSIS
When Mike Adkinson’s brother Dan was diagnosed with PD, Mike and his family wanted to learn more about the devastating effects of this disease. As the disease currently has no cure, Mike decided to raise awareness in his own unique way — by riding a John Deere tractor 1,700 miles from Bellingham, Washington to Perch Lake, Minnesota!
Chugging along at a mere 12 miles per hour, Mike connected with so many people along his adventure, supporting and inspiring the PD community with every mile. Mike not only raised awareness for PD, but raised more than $55,000 for the APDA Northwest Chapter along the way. These critical funds will help people just like his brother. Thank you, Mike!