September Awareness and Appreciation Recap

September was a month of recognition and support. We join the global community in observing World Alzheimer’s Month, raising awareness of dementia and its impact. We also honor Dystonia Awareness Month, advocating for education, research and support for those affected by dystonia and related movement disorders.

September also included National Rehabilitation Awareness Week, a time to celebrate recovery, resilience and the incredible work of Fixel’s rehabilitation team. In addition, we recognize APP Appreciation Week, honoring our advanced practice providers for their dedication and compassionate care.

October Awareness at Fixel  

This October, the Fixel Institute joins the global community in recognizing several important observances. On Oct. 10, World Mental Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing care, research, and support that address both neurological and mental health challenges, while working to reduce stigma and foster awareness. We also celebrate Physician Assistant (PA) Appreciation Week, honoring the dedication and expertise of our PA colleagues who play an essential role in patient care. In addition, October is Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of research, advocacy, and support for those impacted by this complex condition.

October 11th: Walk to End Alzheimers

The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research, and we invite you to be part of it! Whether you walk, donate, or volunteer, your involvement helps bring us one step closer to a cure.

📍 Gainesville’s local walk is just around the corner, gather your friends, form a team, and register here today.
💜 Every dollar raised fuels 24/7 care and groundbreaking research.
👟 No registration fee required, just your passion to help end this disease.

Let’s walk together for a future without Alzheimer’s.

November 1st: LBDA Community Conference

Living Well with Lewy: A Day of Education and Empowerment
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Hotel Indigo at Celebration Pointe, Gainesville, FL

Join us for a full day of education and support for individuals living with Lewy body dementia (LBD), including Parkinson’s disease dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies, along with their care partners and families. This in-person event will feature expert presentations, interactive sessions and community discussions focused on practical tools, resources and strategies to navigate life with confidence.

Presented by the Lewy Body Dementia Association in collaboration with LBDA’s Research Center of Excellence at the University of Florida and the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases.

Fixel Café is Now Open!

It’s been a long time in the making, and we’re excited to announce the opening of the Fixel Café in the lobby of the Fixel Clinic building! Stop by to meet Terra, the friendly face behind the café, and enjoy a delicious drink or snack. We look forward to this new addition bringing warmth, connection and something tasty to our community.

Research & Technology Innovation Incubator Coming Soon...

The second floor of the Fixel Institute Research & Administration building is being transformed into the Research & Technology Innovation Incubator (RTII). A state-of-the-art hub designed to spark collaboration and accelerate discovery in neurological care.

Renovations begin in late fall 2025 and are expected to be completed by June 2026. During this time, the second floor will be closed to employees, with restrooms and water fountains available on the first floor only.

We look forward to sharing updates as the RTII takes shape and ushers in a new era of innovation at the Fixel Institute.