Posts by Charlene Ostlund
January 2024 Lecture: Focused Ultrasound for Parkinson’s
Join us on January 5th at 2 pm for the presentation by Tim Meakem, MD, Chief Medical Officer of FUS Foundation. He will be joining us virtually on Zoom. I encourage you to watch from home (the link will be sent to members by email). For those uncomfortable with using Zoom, come to the PAC…
Read MoreLooking for a life changing adventure?
PasstoPass is a nonprofit dedicated to raising Parkinson’s Disease awareness while supporting hikers with PD. This group of volunteers (and llamas!) offers multi-day llama-assisted backpacking and hiking trips on the Pacific Crest Trail in Washington, Oregon and California. We also offer opportunities to participate in dayhikes in the following US regions: Washington, Oregon, southern California,…
Read MoreDid you miss it? November Lecture & Slides
Tim Domer, MD, gave an overview of Parkinson’s disease, explained the physiology of stress and accelerated aging of caregivers, and discussed effective strategies to help caregivers. He pointed out that most family caregivers have no formal caregiver training. They learn as they go. If you missed the lecture, click below for Dr. Domer’s slides. Even…
Read MoreOctober Lecture: Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s
Friday, October 6 at 2:00 pm; GVR Las Campanas Social Center (565 W Belltower Dr.). October is National Physical Therapy Month. Treating Parkinson’s disease requires a team of medical professionals that includes a physical therapist. Andre Porterfield is PWR! (Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery) Certified and works at Proactive Physical Therapy in Green Valley. Who should attend?…
Read MorePAC Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Photos
The Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting of the Parkinson’s Activity Center on Friday, September 1, 2023 was enjoyed by a large crowd, local media, and honored guests. Thanks to all who made this a successful and festive event. Watch the Green Valley News for a photo of the ribbon cutting. Wasn’t it nice that Mother Nature held…
Read MoreThumbs Up!
Book Club In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson received a thumbs up from our book club. Check it out if you are interested in an account of Nazi Germany 1933-34 from the experiences of the American ambassador William Dodd and his daughter.
Read MoreSpeak Out
Midwestern University speech department is looking for clients to take speech therapy in their Speak Out program geared for people with Parkinson’s. Therapy sessions are available through online telemedicine services. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 623-537-6000 or visit: www.mwuclinics.com/arizona Once you have completed speech therapy, you can join our weekly free…
Read MoreQ & A at Feb. 2023 Lecture (Video)
For the first time, the February lecture featured a panel of professionals to tackle the difficult topic of navigating late-stage Parkinson’s. We welcomed back Cynthia Holmes, PhD, who played a major role in the formation and development of our support group for 20 years, to moderate the Q & A event. Video The contact information…
Read MoreJan. 2023 Lecture Video (AzTAP)
Parkinson’s may make daily activities difficult. So do you quit trying? Of course not. You adapt. Clayton Guffey, Program Director for Arizona Technology Access Program, presented our January lecture and gave us information about available assistive devices. AzTAP has thousands of products that help persons with disabilities to be independent. Some are simple and some…
Read MoreNordic Walking Event
In the near future, we will be meeting at the South Pavilion, Sahuarita Lake (15466 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd, Sahuarita) to practice our Nordic Walking skills. Watch for an announcement of the date and time.
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