Learn More About Parkinson’s Disease
In order to raise awareness and education about Parkinson’s disease (PD) this month, here is a compilation of helpful links for those affected by PD or wanting to learn more about this disease.
Helpful Websites
National Institute on Aging
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/parkinsons-disease
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
800-352-9424
braininfo@ninds.nih.gov
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Parkinsons-Disease-Information-Page
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA)
800-223-2732
apda@apdaparkinson.org
https://www.apdaparkinson.org/
Parkinson's Foundation
800-473-4636
helpline@parkinson.org
www.parkinson.org
Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
800-708-7644
www.michaeljfox.org
Helpful Interactive Resources
Join International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) to celebrate World Parkinson's Day on April 11, 2022, as they aim to bring the global community together to unite for Parkinson's disease.
This event will highlight tips and advice for those living with PD, as well as exercise programs to assist with daily living. All participants are encouraged to turn on their cameras, participate with the exercises, and move for Parkinson's disease.
Los Angeles, CA, USA at 10:00 am PDT
https://www.movementdisorders.org/MDS/News/MDS-for-Parkinsons-Disease.htm
Give Your Voice to Help Others - Project Euphonia
Make April the month that you commit to recording your voice for Project Euphonia. People with Parkinson’s and related conditions are needed to help make speech recognition software more accessible to people with speech disorders. Record your speech online from the comfort of your home with the assistance of an expert speech clinician.
https://blog.lsvtglobal.com/project-euphonia/
PD Foundation - Fitness Fridays
New videos uploaded every Friday. Please use the link below to access free videos and past classes found in the Fitness Friday playlist.
https://www.parkinson.org/Living-with-Parkinsons/Resources-and-Support/PD-Health-at-Home
Davis Phinney Foundation - "Live Well Today Webinar Series"
Ongoing - please use link below for information on how to access upcoming & previous webinars
https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/event/live-well-today-webinars/
PD Foundation - Webinars, Podcasts, Library, Helpline
https://www.parkinson.org/Living-with-Parkinsons/Resources-and-Support