{"id":8408,"date":"2024-03-25T08:00:43","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T12:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/125\/?p=8408"},"modified":"2025-01-28T13:43:42","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T17:43:42","slug":"living-well-with-parkinsons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/68\/bostonnw\/massachusetts\/blog\/living-well-with-parkinsons\/","title":{"rendered":"Living Well with Parkinson\u2019s"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you or a loved one navigating life with Parkinson\u2019s disease? Join us for an interactive and informative series designed to empower individuals living with Parkinson\u2019s and their care partners. Hosted by Assisting Hands Home Care, this 3-part series will cover essential topics ranging from community resources to therapeutic interventions like music therapy. Mark your calendars for an enlightening journey toward living well with Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Part 1: An Overview of Parkinson\u2019s<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Date: April 9, Time: 1-2:30 pm<\/p>\n<p>Location:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jenkscenter.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Jenks<\/a>, 109 Skillings Road, Winchester, MA 01890<\/p>\n<p>Kickstarting our series is a comprehensive overview of Parkinson\u2019s Disease by Steve Han, MD, MBA Movement Disorder Specialist,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumc.bu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boston University Medical Center<\/a>, and Cathi A. Thomas, MS, RN.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Part 2: Rehabilitation and Exercise in Parkinson\u2019s &amp; The Role of Speech Therapy in Parkinson\u2019s<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Date: April 23, Time: 1-2:30 pm<\/p>\n<p>Location: The Jenks, 109 Skillings Road, Winchester, MA 01890<\/p>\n<p>Join us for a deep dive into the role of rehabilitation and exercise in managing Parkinson\u2019s disease by Dr. Tami DeAngelis, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/healthyagingpt.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Healthy Aging Physical Therapy<\/a>. Following this discussion, we will take a look at the role of speech therapy in Parkinson\u2019s by Sara Woodcome, M.S., CCC-SLP,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/encompasshealth.com\/newenglandrehab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Part 3: What Matters to You \u2013 Finding Support<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Date: April 30, Time: 12:30-2:30 pm<\/p>\n<p>Location: The Jenks, 109 Skillings Road, Winchester, MA 01890<\/p>\n<p>In our final installment, we delve into the crucial aspect of finding support. This will be a Panel Discussion, including community and rehabilitation services, in-home support, and music therapy presented by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.minutemansenior.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Minuteman Senior Services<\/a>\u00a0(Melissa Pucci)<\/li>\n<li>Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital (Sara Woodcome, MS, CCC-SLP)<\/li>\n<li>Assisting Hands Home Care (Dave Tasto)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winchestermusic.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Winchester Music School<\/a>\u00a0(Laurie Russell and Shayla McDermott)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with knowledge, resources, and a supportive community. Let\u2019s embark on the journey to living well with Parkinson\u2019s disease together.<\/p>\n<p><b>Light snacks\/pastries will be provided.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>To register: Call\u00a0<a href=\"tel:(800) 651-8466\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(800) 651-8466<\/a>\u00a0or email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:apdama@apdaparkinson.org\">apdama@apdaparkinson.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Brought to you by:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-full wp-image-6687\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%272560%27%20height%3D%27427%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%202560%20427%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%272560%27%20height%3D%27427%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/68\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/99\/2024\/03\/Living-Well-With-Parkinsons-Supporters-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A graphic with the American Parkinson Disease Association - Massachusetts Chapter, Assisting Hands Home Care, and The Jenks logos.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>APDA\u2019s Optimism Walk<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>At Assisting Hands Home Care, we\u2019re proud to support individuals living with Parkinson\u2019s Disease by participating in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/secure.qgiv.com\/event\/apda2024maoptimismwalk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">APDA\u2019s Optimism Walk fundraising event<\/a>. This meaningful initiative aims to raise crucial funds for Parkinson\u2019s research, education, and support programs. As advocates for improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson\u2019s, we invite you to join us in making a difference. Your contribution can help provide vital resources and services to individuals and families impacted by this condition. Together, let\u2019s spread hope and optimism in the fight against Parkinson\u2019s Disease. Join us in supporting this important cause by donating through the fundraising link:(<a href=\"https:\/\/secure.qgiv.com\/event\/apda2024maoptimismwalk\/account\/1713102\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/secure.qgiv.com\/event\/apda2024maoptimismwalk\/account\/1713102\/).<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you or a loved one navigating life with Parkinson&#8217;s disease? 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