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Community Voices
January 4, 2022

Together, They’re Embracing Parkinson’s with Grace

Reimagining the PD Beast  Years before Nancy’s husband, John, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, she found out her pediatrician had the disease – and that shaped…
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Wellness
January 4, 2022

Setting Intentions Through Challenging Times

Sometimes, it’s a crisis that creates our awakening.   As an emotional intelligence trainer, I guide people through life changes and help them set their intentions…
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Advocacy
January 4, 2022

“We Wish…” – Our Ambassadors’ New Year’s Hopes for the Parkinson’s Community

As far as we know, godmother fairies granting wishes is the stuff of fantastical children’s stories. But that doesn’t mean we can’t dream big.  Hope…
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Wellness
January 4, 2022

7 Reasons to Join a Parkinson’s Support Group

“Finding meaning and purpose is a benefit of participating in support groups.” -David, Support Group Leader  When you’re faced with an uncertain or challenging journey,…
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Community Voices
December 15, 2021

“I Keep Climbing” – John Crawford’s PD Journey

The mountains were one of my first loves. Since I was 13 years old, I have been an avid backpacker and hiker. Little did I…
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Community Voices
December 14, 2021

“It Was Life-Changing” – Roger’s DBS Story

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a big decision. I’m here to tell you firsthand that it was life-changing.   In 2005, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at…
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Community Voices
December 6, 2021

Envisioning a Space Where Artists with Parkinson’s Can Share Their Creativity

Parkinson’s: A New Frontier  Getting diagnosed with Parkinson’s is like crossing into new terrain. For some, they come face to face with their own mortality or vulnerability.…
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