Parkinson Report

Fall/Winter 2024

Care Partner Issue

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Hot off the press, your fall newsletter has arrived! Explore the Parkinson Report: Care Partner Issue.

Check out timely articles, including ways to avoid caregiver burnout, how to help a parent with Parkinson’s disease (PD), and find out what two new Parkinson’s Foundation researchers are working on in their labs.

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Meet Vikas Chinnan, People with Parkinson’s Advisory Council Chair

“Over time, I learned how to fight the hidden non-movement symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD) that took us by surprise. Educating myself, finding exercise classes and therapy helped me regain some control — and ultimately led me to the Parkinson’s Foundation, where I set out to help people living with PD and their care partners fight these symptoms. We dedicate this issue to care partners — to those who know the visible and invisible symptoms of PD too well.”

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Woman caring for her ill mother

8 Tips for Avoiding Caregiver Burnout

Just as Parkinson’s and its symptoms evolve over time, so does the role of a care partner. If you’re experiencing signs of caregiver burnout or trying to prevent it, here are eight tips that can help…

Carla paddleboarding with daughter

How Carla Balances Caregiving and Building Her Life

“Making time for therapy and hobbies like hiking and paddleboarding where I can just disconnect have been so helpful. I remind myself that if I’m not well, mentally, emotionally and physically, then I’m not able to take good care of my mom,” Carla said.

In This Issue

Helping A Parent Live with Parkinson’s

How will Parkinson’s affect me? What can I do right now to help my parent? Find these answers and more…

Practical Advice for Parenting with Parkinson’s

Tips for raising a family while living with Parkinson’s or supporting a spouse who does.

5 Helpful Parkinson’s Resources

Check out resources designed to help care partners and their loved ones navigate PD.

Rebecca Wallings in lab

Meet Two Researchers Working to Prevent Parkinson’s and Treat Freezing Episodes

This year, the Parkinson’s Foundation funded nearly $3 million across 33 research grants. Meet two researchers propelling us towards a future without PD.

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