Parkinson Report
Fall/Winter 2024
Care Partner Issue
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.”
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…
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.
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.
More Page-Turning Articles
Meet Our Parkinson’s Champions
Bill and Deb find unique ways to support PD research.
Neilia’s Commitment to Find A Cure In Honor of Her Sister
After her sister’s diagnosis, Neilia and the family rallied around supporting her.
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