Parkinson’s News
Read the latest news relevant to those with Parkinson’s Disease, as well as what’s happening here at the Parkinson Support Center!
Parkinson Support Center is pleased to present the Caregiver Help Webinar Series. This 8 month webinar series incorporates humor and real-life caregiving stories into difficult topics such as caregiver anger, guilt, depression and grief. Based on her own experience of caring for family elders, Caregiver Speaker Elaine K Sanchez, developed a…
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Web Info Links https://www.feettothefirewriters.com/for-seniors https://www.facebook.com/onfirewriters/ Join Us for a Stroll Down Memory Lane Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshops® offers a place to belong in a circle of writers. Through weekly motivation by a skilled writing instructor, you will “find your feet” and be able to share with others in an…
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What is the Buddy Program: The Buddy Program is an educational program that pairs first-year medical students with people diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Buddies are matched for one calendar year, and are asked to meet for approximately 2-3 hours a month. The program aims to: Educate medical students on Parkinson’s…
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Duopa: Continuing the Journey DUOPA (carbidopa and levodopa) enteral suspension is a prescription medicine used for treatment of advanced Parkinson’s disease. DUOPA contains two medicines carbidopa and levodopa. The program is intended for patients and caregivers. PROGRAM FLYER Wednesday July 18, 2018 Program and Dinner 6:00 PM Coals Artisan Pizza…
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The Parkinson Support Center appreciates the support and commitment of our community. It is because of you that we can serve all of Kentucky and Indiana. Below is a list of shared sales fundraising events that have been planned by constituents in efforts to support this great cause. If you or…
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Join us as we Paint and Brunch! Let’s paint through motor symptoms such as Tremors, Rigidity, and Bradykinesia. Do I need artistic talent to complete the painting? No! – An artist will guide you step-by-step through your painting while you socialize & express yourself! Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM…
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Mind, Mood and Memory Series There are many non-motor symptoms that are experienced because of Parkinson’s disease or medications used for treatment. Self-awareness is the first step to managing these symptoms. Are you comfortable discussing topics such as anxiety, night terrors, depression, Parkinson’s disease Psychosis, and sleep patterns while navigating…
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