This workshop will cover the referral process for a driving evaluation; identify the needs for adaptive driving controls; types of adaptive controls- mechanical vs electronic; costs associated with installing these adaptations; DMV requirements, and outline time frames associated with achieving competency for using adaptive controls. The workshop will be held at the Stanford Neuroscience Health Center. The program is free but advance registration is required.
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Casey Halpern, Neurosurgeon, Stanford Medicine, will discuss “Parkinson’s Disease: What to Do when the Meds Stop Working,” at the Stanford Quarterly Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) support group on Thursday, September 19, from 11:00-12:45 at the Wellness Room, Neuroscience Health Center. An RSVP is required to attend.
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The American Parkinson Disease Association is conducting its annual survey of those in the Parkinson’s Disease community. Please complete the brief survey by September 18, 2019.
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Ekene Enemchukwu, MD, Urologist in Stanford’s Urology Department, will be speaking about “Urological Issues in Parkinson’s Disease” at the Palo Alto Parkinson’s Support Group on Wednesday, July 10, from 2:30-4:00pm at Avenidas. No RSVP is required to attend.
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Stepping On is an evidence-based program for older adults who have fallen or are at risk of falling. The program looks at falls and fall risks, safe footwear, vision, home and community safety, medication management and bone health. Exercises are introduced in class by a physical therapist and focus on strength and balance. Stepping On meets for 7 sessions for 2-hours each, and starts on Thursday, April 11, 2019. Read more..
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