Myths and Facts About Living WillsA living will is known by several other names, including advanced directive, healthcare declaration, medical directive, and many more. There is often...reactionscomments
Every Question Ever About Parkinson'sIn today's world, people often fear to ask someone "different" a question. For many of us growing up (myself included), we had...reactionscomments
Parkie Like a Rock Star!In life, there are some people who transcend the nature of what they do to become something greater. By virtue of our...reactions1comment
Parkinson's Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss the causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are...reactions2comments
Who Should Be Included in Your Parkinson's Care Team?I heard these words, “you have Parkinson’s” and didn’t have a clue as to what was heading my way. Among other things...reactionscomments
Help Isn’t Just a Four-Letter WordThe monster storm, Florence, is just one of the many unexpected, unavoidable, and life-altering experiences to test our ability to adapt. The...reactionscomments
Locked in TimeWhen one is dealing with an illness like Parkinson’s, time is completely unpredictable and often difficult to manage. Between weighing outside stimuli...reactionscomments
An Attitude of Gratitude - Does a Body Good!"The more you recognize and express gratitude for the things you have, the more things you will have to express gratitude for."...reactionscomments
Prescription Musical Chairs Part IHave you had enough of sky-high prescription prices? Are you tired of insurance plans that won’t cover them? Does the whole process...reactions2comments
Dinner's On Us Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for Dinner's On Us Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE...reactionscomments
Satisfaction: What Is It and How Do I Get it?When I look back at some of my old report cards from as long ago as fifth and sixth grade, I notice...reactionscomments
When a Storm Threatens: Disaster Preparedness TipsIn the wake of Hurricane Florence, I suddenly had a déjà vu moment dating back to August 2005 when a series of...reactions1comment
Finding a Caregiver for Someone with Parkinson'sLife with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often requires assistance and support. This care varies by the stage of disease and ranges from skilled...reactionscomments
Resting Well - Sleep Is RegenerativeSleep, it’s a ritual we have performed mostly without issue, since childhood. It was as easy as putting on your pajamas, lie...reactions6comments
Incredibles: Parkinson's Comfort Pets Are Super Heroes TooWhat is it about a furry friend that seems to melt one's troubles away? To me, it's "incredible" to watch; especially when one's...reactions9comments
Parkinson's: Real and Up CloseDo you have to have Parkinson's disease (PD) to write about it? I’ve often thought about and asked myself that question. So...reactionscomments
Life then Diagnosis then DecisionAccording to the National Institutes of Health, 41 of every 100,000 people will deal with Parkinson's by their fourth decade of life...reactions2comments
Now Hiring: Executive For My Brain - Apply WithinThe first step in getting help is admitting you have a problem… I say, “Hi my name is Perky Parkie and I have...reactions2comments
My Mommy Has "Barkinson's"We know that Parkinson’s disease doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed. It envelops all those surrounding… family, friends, co-workers, and even our...reactions4comments
10 Hidden Thoughts a Parkie HasThe fear of the unknown is a difficult pill to swallow. How do you prepare for a future that is unknown? You...reactions11comments
