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 I learned it takes a team to stay...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Help Isn’t Just a Four-Letter Word...The monster storm, Florence, is just one of the many unexpected, unavoidable, and life-altering experiences to test our ability to adapt. The devastation from the waves, rain, and flood have...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Etsmith's Story...My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s just over 27 years ago. He was a handsome young police captain and I served as chief of staff in the local mayor’s office...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Changes In My Life...For more than 30 years I bred beautiful American Shorthair show cats. My husband Michael and I would travel across the country to show our cats. My reputation for breeding...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What is a Living Will?...The word "will" can seem loaded when mentioned in casual conversation, and it might seem morbid to talk about or even unnecessary for the average person to think about. However...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Art Therapy: A Technique That May Improve Parkinson’s Symptoms...Art therapy is a technique that has been applied to improve numerous varied conditions. It has been demonstrated to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and improve dexterity. It’s one of...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Locked in Time...When one is dealing with an illness like Parkinson’s, time is completely unpredictable and often difficult to manage. Between weighing outside stimuli, the quality of your sleep, the digestion of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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." - Zig Ziglar November is a time for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Every Question Ever About Parkinson's...In today's world, people often fear to ask someone "different" a question. For many of us growing up (myself included), we had very little exposure to other cultures, religions, lifestyles...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The long road...I am Denis Smit. Married for 40 years to the most amazing wife Tertia. I have 3 children and 2 grandchildren whom dearly love. I have had severe chronic pain...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Prescription Musical Chairs Part I...Have you had enough of sky-high prescription prices? Are you tired of insurance plans that won’t cover them? Does the whole process make you want to scream? Do you feel...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Parkinson attack"...I have a question for the community. I was diagnosed with PD in 2015 after at least a decade of “soft” symptoms, including the sensation of an internal (not visible)...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Parkinson's Affect on Vision...I would like to share how my family has benefited from this website. My Dad, who also has Parkinson's, has been having trouble with double vision and eye fatigue. He...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What do you wish others knew about being a caregiver or care partner?...It can sometimes be hard to express what it's like to be on the journey of Parkinson's caregiving. What do you wish others knew about your caregiving experience? Share below!...Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
What is the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT)?...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is known for affecting each person in a unique way, meaning everyone will not experience the same symptoms. For example, some people experience difficulty in their ability...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Parkinson Care Partner Community: Get Involved!...There are many ways for people with PD, their friends, and their family to get involved in the Parkinson’s (PD) community. National, regional, and local Parkinson’s organizations offer ways to...
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 that there is a rating scale that ranges...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Tips for Dealing With Parkinson’s Nightmares...One of the most challenging aspects of Parkinson’s disease is how it affects someone’s ability to sleep at night. Nightmares, violent dreams, and uncontrollable jerking and kicking of the legs...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are your tips for finding good specialists?...Share your tips with fellow community members looking for various specialists (movement disorder specialists, PT, dietician, etc). If you haven’t found a good one, what challenges have you faced?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Staying Positive When You Have Parkinson's...Parkinson’s communities and researchers emphasize that a positive attitude can make living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) more tolerable. People with PD can live an active and productive life. When you...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments