Press photo courtesy gray strong foundationLehigh Valley EMT Eric Aquino, founder of the nonprofit organization Gray Strong Foundation, known for helping individuals #MoveForwardWithParkinsons by providing medical resources, program support, and advocacy for Parkinson’s patients and their families, received an official commendation from the City of Bethlehem this month during Reclaiming YOU: Mental Wellness on Your Parkinson’s Journey, a two day symposium presented by PMD Alliance at Northampton Community College. The honor, presented on behalf of Mayor William J. Reynolds by the City of Bethlehem’s Community and Economic Development Director Laura Collins, celebrates the broad reach of the Gray Strong Foundation, and Aquino’s innovative approach to improving quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD).Aquino delivered a keynote at Michael Madden’s Lehigh Valley Elite Network luncheon, April 24 where he unveiled new therapy driven tools for the PD community and outline plans for his upcoming role as S24ocial Media Ambassador for the 6th World Parkinson Congress May 2026 in Phoenix, Ariz.“I became an EMT to serve my neighbors, and Parkinson’s hasn’t changed that calling — it’s only widened the circle,” said Eric Aquino. “From the City’s proclamation to HollyRod’s national spotlight, each recognition fuels our mission to help people move forward with Parkinson’s, not merely live with it.”