“Aging up” is inevitable. Retirement may be inevitable. Many of us completely identify with our jobs and careers as our “purpose.” But when that job, or career, goes away, how do you continue to find purpose in your life? In this episode Partner in Aging’s Jonathan Schwartz looks at the power and joy that comes […]
In this episode Lisa Evans gives us some insight on the mentor program from the perspective of a mentor – what she gets out of being a mentor who can help others as they navigate and embrace life with Parkinson’s.
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Doing two things at once – something we all do, but also something that can be more challenging with Parkinson’s Disease. Jessie Agrimis, DPT, looks at some of the ways a physical therapist can help train the brain to multi-task.
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Lisa Evans, Parkinson’s Association of San Diego board member and newly diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s, takes us through her exercise regime. Lisa’s program is not necessarily for anyone else, but she gives a great insight into what it takes to keep Parkinson’s at bay and, hopefully, slow its progression.
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Exercise. It’s still the only therapy known today that can slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. One of the exercise options that is taking the Parkinson’s community by storm is Rock Steady Boxing. In this episode Mike Reeder of Rock Steady Boxing Downtown (San Diego) gives us some insights on boxing, having fun, and training
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The diagnosis of Parkinson’s is, generally, life-changing. But it’s not all bad. In this episode Dr. Abigail Lawler offers some guidance for the newly diagnosed and their care partners.
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Care partners of people with Parkinson’s: these are people with angel wings. But one of the traps of taking care of someone with Parkinson’s is not taking care of yourself. In this episode Jessie Agrimis, DPT, looks at some of the ways care partners can be good to themselves, can stay strong, so everyone can
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With a Parkinson’s diagnosis, home safety becomes an issue, particularly if falling manifests as a symptom. In this episode Paige Hargis, who works for the Trauma Service at Scripps Memorial Hospital in LaJolla as the Injury Prevention and Community Outreach Coordinator, looks at some of the options and resources to make a home safer.
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Dementia. This is a very difficult topic in Parkinson’s, both for the person who is starting to experience dementia and for the person caring for their loved one. In this episode Dr. Abigail Lawler looks at some of the day to day issues faced by both people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
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Downsizing. Is the idea terrifying? Or something to look forward to? Gerontologist Jonathan Schwartz looks at the challenges and upsides – along with some available resources – of moving into a smaller, easier to manage space.
Entering a hospital, for any reason, is almost always stressful, and that’s compounded if you have Parkinson’s. In this episode Dr. Abigail Lawler, movement disorder specialist, looks at some of the concerns for a care partner and has some guidance on managing the early stages of a hospital visit.
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We’ve heard from everybody – doctors, nurse practitioners, dietitians, coaches, personal trainers – why it’s so important for people with Parkinson’s to exercise. In this episode Jessie Agrimis, DPT , gives us a physical therapist’s perspective on why it’s critical that people with Parkinson’s have a consistent exercise routine.
Each year the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego holds a 5K walk at Liberty Station in San Diego. In this episode, 2022 walk chair Lisa Evans gives us a short look at the reasons we hold the Walk, some of her expectations, and some of the amazing stories she’s seen at prior Walks.
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When people think about weight management, usually it’s related to weight loss. But in Parkinson’s it might be more important to maintain or even add weight. Registered dietitian and nutritionist Marty Acevedo discusses managing your weight while living with Parkinson’s.
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What happens if you have Parkinson’s and you’re in physical therapy and your insurance for PT runs out. This is often a difficult situation if you get to a point where you are benefiting from PT but your insurance company says your PT is no longer medically necessary. In this episode Jessie Agrimis, DPT and
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NeuroLab360 – a non-profit rehabilitation and wellness center specializing in working with those with neurological challenges such as Parkinson’s disease – has opened in San Diego. Founder and president Jessie Agrimis, DPT describes the facility, the services, and the reasons she and her partners opened NeuroLab360.
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Peeing. Another topic that if you are living with Parkinson’s, you’ve probably talked about. Urinary issues are common in Parkinson’s and here to give us a brief overview is Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould.
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Oral dopamine – one of the most common prescribed drugs for people with Parkinson’s. But how do you best manage taking the dopamine with your meals? Registered dietitian Marty Acevedo looks at timing your food intake – particularly protein – with your Carbidopa/Levodopa.
Normally, when we talk about weight loss, we’re talking about trying to lose weight. But that’s not always the case, especially if you’re living with Parkinson’s disease – it may be that you need to put some weight back on. For more on managing weight with Parkinson’s, here is nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould.
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It might not be for everyone, but there is some research that fasting could have some benefit for people with Parkinson’s. Registered Dietitian Marty Acevedo takes an objective look at fasting – what is it, what are the benefits, what are the risks.
