Grad School and My Father's CareWhen I decided to apply for graduate school, I chose the best programs. I only wanted programs that were top 10 in...reactions1comment
Structure, Structure, StructureSometimes, when I decide to act my age, I go off routine. I get wild and have my coffee at 11 AM...reactions3comments
A Special Thanks to My Parkinson's Life Coach and AdvisorThank goodness, I have a Parkinson's life coach (PLC) and advisor. This individual is the best PLC and advisor to lead the Team...reactions15comments
Mom’s Shifting Role as It Relates Parkinson’sI grew up in a 2 parent home. My dad worked as a realtor. My mom occasionally taught piano lessons and raised...reactions2comments
Wheelchairs and Bedside CommodesIn the most recent conversation we had with my father’s neurologist, he was able to look back at the progression of my...reactions1comment
Using Avoidance to Cope with Parkinson's DiseaseSometimes I wonder if my coping mechanism is avoidant. I have the travel bug and I can commonly be found in a...reactions5comments
Making “I Love You” a Habitual PhraseIt’s 9:00 AM when my phone lights up. “Good Morning, Mary Beth!!!!!!!” My dad’s text message is enthusiastic and seemingly filled with...reactionscomments
Caregiver Tips for Managing Parkinson’s Disease DementiaParkinson’s disease (PD) is an illness largely defined by changes in motor control. Early symptoms include tremors, stiffness, and walking/balance problems. As...reactions7comments
Community Views: Top Tools for Caring for Someone With Parkinson’sLearning how to care for a loved one with Parkinson’s is not something that happens overnight. Most people in the community learned...reactions2comments
When the Person with Parkinson's Comforts the Caregiver“I’m okay, Mary Beth.” My Dad says between sips of soda. We’re sitting in a local diner, waiting for our food to...reactions5comments
What To Do When the Caregiver Becomes IllThe past several weeks have been a harsh reminder of what could happen when the person we depend on the most, our...reactions5comments
Parkinson's: A Malicious DiseaseIt’s easy to hate a disease like Parkinson’s. There are few things that seem as malicious and designed to cause destruction. I’m...reactions14comments
On Traveling When Your Dad Has Parkinson'sI’ve always had the kind of soul that’s hungry to see new beginnings - a gentle sunrise over the Smoky Mountains or...reactions2comments
Caregiver Resources: Where Caregivers Can Go for SupportMillions of people are caring for loved ones who are sick or disabled. In fact, some 25 percent of U.S. adults report...reactionscomments
Community Views: How Does Being a Caregiver Impact Your Life?Most of us know what a caregiver does, but not everyone fully understands what it is like to be a caregiver until...reactionscomments
Dealing with Apathy From My Loved One With Parkinson'sWhen my father first started feeling the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD), we, as his family, had no choice but to feel...reactions1comment
Restarting My Self-Care During QuarantineFor the last few months, I have thought about all my fellow care partners often. I'm often wondering how caregivers are coping...reactionscomments
Making My Voice Heard Among Parkinson's DoctorsThere are a couple of things about being a 24-year-old girl that are fun. The endless confusion about your direction in life...reactionscomments
Growing Online and Virtual Opportunities for CaregiversI recently participated in an online meeting where staff members of various Parkinson’s organizations were commenting on the forced necessity of moving...reactionscomments
