During this hour and a half program, a physical therapist will lead you through the proper and safe techniques to transfer your loved one who has mobility issues due to Parkinson’s disease. This program is intended for family care partners only. There will be 5 interactive stations 1) Sit to stand 2) Transfer in and out of bed […]
OHSU scientists have long been at the forefront of research into Parkinson’s disease. Over the years, they have played a role in every major development in Parkinson’s care. Learn what they have discovered and how it translates into helping people with Parkinson’s. For example – Our studies have shown that people with Parkinson's disease need […]
In this second talk of our four-part education series, Dr. Goldstein will narrow his focus to one particularly serious form of dysautonomia–Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension (NOH). The inability to maintain one’s blood pressure when standing is widespread--affecting between 30% and 50% of people with PD; and it is serious—leading to poor circulation to the brain. This […]
Basics and Beyond Whether you were recently diagnosed, going through transitions as your symptoms change, or are a family member of someone with Parkinson's disease, this lecture will help you piece together an understanding of this complex neurological condition. Presented by Jess Joseph, PRO's Program Coordinator for Central and Eastern Oregon. Registration is Free!
Basics and Beyond Whether you were recently diagnosed, going through transitions as your symptoms change, or are a family member of someone with Parkinson's disease, this lecture will help you piece together an understanding of this complex neurological condition. Presented by Mike Mulligan, Community Health Education Coordinator Registration is Free!
ONLINE - LINK SENT TO REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS Instruction and ideas for family carepartners of loved ones with Parkinson's disease for bathing, cooking/feeding, toileting, and mobility. During this 1.5 hour program (once a week for 2 weeks: March 21st and March 28th (1:30pm -3pm), Occupational Therapist, Mindy Laidlaw, will give instruction and ideas regarding strategies and […]
As the third presenter in our Dysautonomia Series, Dr. Dibble will address the topic of Dysautonomia and Exercise among individuals with Parkinson Disease. The status of research in this field is still very dynamic. The benefits of exercise to PD patients are widely known, but the neurologic response to exercise requires a coordinated response of […]
ONLINE - LINK SENT TO REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS Instruction and ideas for family carepartners of loved ones with Parkinson's disease for bathing, cooking/feeding, toileting, and mobility. During this 1.5 hour program (once a week for 2 weeks: March 21st and March 28th (1:30pm -3pm), Occupational Therapist, Mindy Laidlaw, will give instruction and ideas regarding strategies and […]