Terri Pease, PhD, shared her Parkinson’s care partner story at the recent Parkinson Association of Northern California (PANC) conference. She was a caregiver for her husband Peter, who had PD. Over time, she learned that Parkinson’s introduces two entities into relationships—a “thief” that steals vital aspects of life like sleep, thinking, elimination, affection, learning, and sex, and a “liar” that distorts reality and breaks down trust. These challenges make caregiving difficult, but with the right approach, it is possible to stay connected in the relationship. We at Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach attended her talk virtually, and are sharing our notes.
… Full Story>“Advice From a Parkinson’s Wife” – Webinar Notes
On September 26, the Stanford American Parkinson Disease Association (ADPA) Information and Referral Center hosted author Barbara Sheklin Davis for a webinar on PD caregiving. Barbara cared for her husband, Leslie, who had Parkinson’s for 20 years. Barbara shared her hard-earned wisdom and practical advice, drawing from her book, “Advice From a Parkinson’s Wife: 20 Lessons Learned the Hard Way” (2019).
… Full Story>“Sleep Issues in PD” (virtual) Palo Alto PD Support Group, Friday, October 25, 1-2:30pm
On Friday, October 25, at 1pm Stanford neurologist Mitchell Miglis, MD, will speak about “Sleep Issues in Parkinson’s Disease.” This presentation will be recorded and posted to the Palo Alto Parkinson’s support group webpage.
… Full Story>Special Speaker at the (virtual) Stanford YOPD Support Group Meeting, Tuesday, October 8, 7pm
The speaker at the next virtual Stanford Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) support group meeting is Stanford movement disorders specialist Margaret Ferris, MD. On Tuesday, October 8 from 7-8:30pm PT Dr. Ferris will discuss cognitive changes and how to navigate the work/health balance.
… Full Story>October 2024 – Parkinson’s Webinars and Virtual Meetings with Speakers
Every month, Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach produces a list of Parkinson’s-related webinars and virtual meetings with speakers. Here’s our October 2024 list.
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