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Romance and Intimacy in Parkinson’s Disease
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Managing Visual Contrast Changes
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Managing Freezing of Gait
Written by : Ali Kraus, PT, DPT, NCS and Kim Patton, PT, DPT, modified from original post of Meredith Defranco, PT, DPT Freezing occurs when a…
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Parkinson’s Disease Symposiums
Gainesville, Florida
2020 Parkinson’s Symposium
Topics included:
-Medication
-Mind, Memory & Mood
-The Changing Face of Parkinson’s Disease
Gainesville, Florida
2019 Parkinson’s Symposium
Topics included:
Nutrition
Pain & Fatigue
-Tips for Hospitalization
Emerging Approaches
Speech & Swallowing
Move to Improve
Gainesville, Florida
2018 Parkinson’s Symposium
Topics included:
Sleep in Parkinson’s
Exercise
Caring for the Parkinson’s Caregiver
New Developments in Parkinson’s Disease
Gainesville, Florida
2018 Atypical Parkinsonism Symposium
Topics included:
Therapy Recommendations
-Recognizing Atypical Diagnoses
Medical Therapies and Research
Social Work FAQ
Gainesville, Florida
2017 Parkinson’s Symposium
Topics Include:
Hot Topics in OT (Vision and Sleep)
Vitamins, Supplements and Other Drugs
Cognitive Issues After Surgeries
Medications for Parkinson’s
Mood and Psychosis
Surgical Treatments
Gainesville, Florida
Parkinson Symposium en Español 2013
Los Temas Incluyen:
· El futuro de la Enfermedad de Parkinson
· Terapies Convencionales
· Mitos y Realidades: Terapias Alternativas
· “Aware in Care” y Hospitalizaciones
Parkinson’s Foundation Resources
Free Resources
Parkinson’s Foundation Library
Check in with the Parkinson’s Foundation library of resources ranging from medication, to exercise, to caregiver resources and more.
1.800.4PD.INFO
Parkinson’s Disease Helpline
Call the Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline 1.800.4PD.INFO (1-800-473-4636) for answers to all your questions. Staffed by nurses, social workers and therapists, the Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline is here to support you in any possible way, including:
Current disease information
Medical issues including symptoms and treatments
Health and social care
Emotional support
Referrals to health professionals and community resources for local support
Affiliated Programs
Virtual Options Available
Dance for Life
Dance for Life is a free weekly dance class for people with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) and their significant others. The program is designed to help people with PD improve their quality of life through enhanced overall physical well-being, social interaction, creative expression, and targeted improvements in balance, strength, and mobility. The program is led by professional and student dancers from the University of Florida School of Theatre and Dance and UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine, and combines elements of modern dance, ballet and social dance.
Sing for Life
The Sing for Life program seeks to achieve strategies for lifelong singing for Parkinson’s patients and their care givers. Our classes include exercises for relaxation, posture, breathing and resonance. Our work together increases vocal strength and stamina and enhances general well-being.
Uf Health
Pedaling for Parkinson’s
UF Health Fitness and Wellness Center is now offering a Pedaling with Parkinson’s class. Available three times a week for one hour.
Virtual
Parkinson’s Exercise Program
Tuesday and Thursday: 11am-12pm
This program is specifically tailored to “Persons with Parkinson’s” (PWP). It is designed to help overcome physical limitations, improve mobility, flexibility and balance, restore confidence and develop camaraderie among participants. The program Is approximately 60 minutes in duration and includes both sitting and standing exercise routines.
Contact: 352.265.9040 for information on the medical waiver.
Affiliated Support Groups
Virtually and In-Person
Carepartner Support Group
First Friday of Every Month
11:00am
Virtually and In-Person
Person with Parkinson’s and Carepartner Support Group
Third Friday of Every Month
12:30pm
Fixel Institute Patients and Caregivers
C.A.R.E.S. Program
C.A.R.E.S (Caregivers Accessing Resources for Emotional Support) is free, 1-on-1 counseling to caregivers of patients in the Fixel Institute who are currently experiencing emotional and mental strain while caring for a loved one. Can be provided by Zoom online.To schedule this FREE service, call our office at 352-733-2410 or email Jana Unislawksi.
Additional Parkinson’s Support
PD Conversations
Join online discussion groups where you can connect with others who are sharing similar experiences to you and your loved one.
PMD Alliance
Florida Support Groups
List of affiliated support Parkinson’s Disease support groups and carepartners support groups across the country.
Parkinson’s Foundation
Florida Support Groups
List of affiliated support Parkinson’s Disease support groups and carepartners support groups across the country.
