On behalf of the Living Better with Parkinson's Board of Directors, we would like to wish everyone Happy Holiday's & all the best in 2024! Thank you for your participation and support.

It takes a village...

Support Living Better with Parkinson's at

https://livingbetterwithparkinsons.ca/donate/

Fall LBWP Programs!

TIME (Together In Motion and Exercise)

Participants, instructors and volunteers!

Donor/Volunteer Appreciation Event ~ Saturday, December 2nd

What a wonderful afternoon! Thank you to Dr. Ray Dorsey for his compelling presentation. Thank you to all who attended.

Thank you to Hill & Bay Catering and to the bar tenders!

NEW from Parkinson's Canada!

CareFinder is an innovative, user-friendly online directory designed to connect you with Parkinson's-informed services based on your location. Simply enter what you are searching for, add your postal code, and access a community of support, from movement disorder specialists to essential wellness programs. This wonderful resource directs you towards tailored services, programs, and supports, in your community.

https://carefinder.parkinson.ca/

TIP - If you live with a dry throat...

• Do not use throat lozenges with menthol which is very drying. 
• Swallow and project with intent
• Breath from your belly

Hydration 101: How hydration works, why it’s important for exercise & tips to stay hydrated (Source: ParticipACTION)

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Did you know 50-60% of your body weight is made up of water1? Every cell, tissue and organ in your body needs water to work properly. More specifically, your body uses water to transport nutrients, maintain a normal body temperature, remove waste and keep your joints lubricated, among other important functions. This means proper hydration is critical for your overall health.

Twin Tiger Boxing & Nielsen Fitness Demonstration

For more info. contact:

Jaimee.p.love@gmail.com or poul@nielsenfitness.com

RESOURCES

Man with Parkinson's can walk again thanks to a device in spine

A man who has had Parkinson's for 30 years could hardly walk on his own and had to stay home. Scientists implanted a device in his spine that stimulates his leg muscles with electrical impulses. Two years on he can climb stairs, go shopping, and walk almost four miles independently.

Read in Insider: https://apple.news/AnpZs0qTZTyOAvuDZu0dXNg

Identification of motor progression in Parkinson’s disease using wearable sensors and machine learning

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-023-00581-2

Parkinson's Disease - Gut and Brain Connection

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/09/28/parkinsons-disease-gut-brain-connection/

Technology Helps Patient Walk Again

https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/swiss-designed-technology-helps-parkinsons-patient-walk-again-2023-11-06/

Interview with Dr. Ray Dorsey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3tY-OenUhE&t=5053s&pp=2AG9J5ACAQ%3D%3D

Porridge for Parkinson's

https://porridgeforparkinsonsto.org/

Summit Dr. Talks

https://drtalks.com/natural-parkinsons-solutions-summit/webinar/

Dancing with Parkinson's in Prince Edward Island!

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-dancing-with-parkinsons-1.7033405

Books for sale!

'Living Daily' by Candace Cox - $20.00 each Available for purchase at support group meetings or email Cathy at info@livingbetterwithparkinsons.ca to purchase your copy.

Resource books complimentary from Parkinson's Canada.

Contact: https://www.parkinson.ca/resources/educational-publications/

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https://livingbetterwithparkinsons.ca/photo-gallery/