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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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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November 30, 2021
Why They Gave – A Donor Reflects on Her Family’s Support of PMD Alliance After the Loss of Her Husband
The first time they met it was all business. Ira joined Claire’s law firm in 1985 and they weren’t crazy about each other. Eventually, they…
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November 30, 2021
Guided Meditation
While the holiday season is known for its cheer, the stress of shopping, gathering, traveling, or facing loss or loneliness this time of year is…
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November 30, 2021
Top 10 Parkinson’s Holiday Gift Guide
Tis the season for spreading love – and, yes, shopping for gifts! Did you know every Amazon package delivered to your door could make a…
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November 30, 2021
Acknowledging Grief: Tools for Navigating Loss
"You’ll be okay.” “Stay strong.” “Be positive.” When you’re in the midst of grief - whether from the loss of a loved one or the…
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November 30, 2021
Tools for Cultivating Meaning This Holiday Season
What excites you? What awakens your sense of purpose? What gives your life meaning? On any journey, these are piercing and vital questions. But after…
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November 19, 2021
“My Patients Make Me Better” – A Social Worker on the Parkinson’s Community
We often talk about “resiliency” in our support groups. If you are living with or loving someone with a movement disorder, you know it well;…
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November 5, 2021
Parkinson’s Beware: His Creativity is Undiminished
It Started With a Teacher It was 1967, fourth grade, Mrs. Myra’s class in Union, New Jersey. “It was an assignment given by one of the best…
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