Mime over Mind is a program that applies classic mime training techniques to help people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) work through specific movement challenges, from picking up a glass of water to getting dressed. Developed by Barbara Salsberg Mathews, the program builds on the “Six Principles of PD Mime,” originally developed by mime artist Rob Mermin, and uses simple mime concepts to help retrain everyday movement.
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Ya se están aceptando solicitudes para el entrenamiento “Promotores Embajadores de Parkinson” vía Zoom, cada dos sábados de 9am a 2pm PT. Este programa de entrenamiento es para trabajadores comunitarios de salud de habla hispana que deseen apoyar a la comunidad Latina afectada por el Parkinson. El espacio está limitado a 35 participantes.
Mark your calendars! The Parkinson’s Association of Northern California (PANC) is bringing back its Annual Education Conference on Saturday, October 24, with a theme that speaks to what so many in our community are asking for: Care Beyond the Diagnosis: Voices, Tools, and Togetherness. Whether you’re living with Parkinson’s, caring for someone who is, or working in the field, this daylong event offers a rich mix of medical updates, practical strategies, and community connection — in person and virtual.
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Register now for the next episode of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) webinar series, Thriving Through Occupational Therapy, July 6, 11am PT. “Strategies for Communicating Effectively With Your Doctor,” will explore ways to get more out of each medical appointment and become a more active and confident partner in your healthcare journey.
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Carbidopa/levodopa is the mainstay of treatment for Parkinson’s disease (PD) and is currently the most effective medication available for PD. Over time, many formulations of this medication have been developed which can make it confusing for people who are trying to understand which version of the medication is best for them. These APDA resources can help you better understand what this medication is, why it works, the different formulations available, and much more.
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