Mental Health Week in Canada
Mental Health in Parkinson's

with Cortney Doherty
Presented by: Parkinson Society British Columbia
Know Your Rights and Responsibilities: Capacity, Power of Attorney, and Estates

A dementia diagnosis is life changing. This webinar (May 18) will explain what terms like 'capacity, substitute decision-maker, POAs and estate' mean, what and why you need to know about them and where are your next steps.
United to End Parkinson’s!

A global alliance of people with Parkinson’s, partners and friends, standing together to demand change in how the disease is seen and treated.
Information and Referral
Have a question about Parkinson’s? Are you looking to join a support group, speech or exercise program? Need help finding information or accessing services in your local community? Information and Referral is all about bringing people in need together with the services in their community.
 
Contact Mandy at 1-888-851-7376 or email [email protected]. 
Counselling
If you’re dealing with a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, need help sharing news with family and friends, if you have relationship issues, are dealing with grief, loss, depression or anxiety, we are here for you.
 
Schedule your appointment with Stacey by calling
1-888-851-7376 or mail [email protected]
Occupational Therapy
We have partnered with Western University, School of Occupational Therapy to host 3 Level Two Placements for 8 weeks.
May 3 to June 25, 2021

If you would like to meet with one of these students or arrange a virtual O/T assessment, please email [email protected]. A student will reach out to you once they begin.
Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario Groups
COFFEE KLATCH
Mondays @ 10:00

A casual social gathering for coffee & conversation!
A Parkinson's Virtual Support Group can help provide knowledge, understanding, hope and a sense of community.

May 11 - Grey Bruce @ 1:30
May 11 - South Grey Bruce @ 3:00
May 15 - London/Strathroy/St. Thomas @ 2:00

Our Newly Diagnosed Series may be right for you. Join our 4 week series

Get your name on the waiting list for our next session
Louder, Clearer: A Virtual Parkinson’s
Voice Training Program A group program to learn & practice skills for louder, clearer speech in a relaxed & social atmosphere.

Get your name on the waiting list for our next session
To find out more or to join a group, email info.parkinsonsociety.ca
Parkinson's Resources for Carepartners

Double Duty:
Trying to Juggle Work and Parent Care
Supportive Care Wellness Program
Caregiver Retreat

For any caregivers in Middlesex-Elgin supporting someone with illness, disability or aging
Virtual Exercise for Parkinson's
We have compiled this list of virtual exercise programs to help you keep active.
We're Here for You!
Our programs and services are funded by generous donations from
individuals like you. If you are able, please consider making a
donation to continue our work
Parkinson Society
Southwestern Ontario