Contractor: Tyler Owen. Full service remodeling company that specializes in providing products and services that allow people to stay in the current residence for years to come.

620 Venture St Ste D, Escondido, CA 92029

Service Coordinator: Melissa Dennison

Eases the burden for caregivers by providing additional resources to help the older adults in their care. Dedicated volunteers provide free, minor home-safety repairs and modifications, allowing older adults to maintain their independence and remain safely in their homes. All repairs are made at no cost to clients.

Owners: Caryn & Leon Licensed General Contractor #960238 Bonded and Insured

Home improvement specialists with over 25 years experience working with seniors. Solutions for safe and independent living in your home – We’ve got your back!

Ombudsman representatives advocate for individuals who reside in assisted living facilities, board and care homes, and skilled nursing facilities, whether their stay is long-term or for short-term rehabilitation.

5560 Overland Drive, #310, San Diego, CA 92023

Caregiver Topics
Senior Care Guides
Mobility Products

https://www.agingcare.com/topics

https://www.agingcare.com/ebooks

https://www.agingcare.com/products/1148/mobility

Counseling Program Mobile services available. Medicare accepted.

3636 Fourth Avenue Suite 302, San Diego, CA 92103

7521 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

TogetherCare Program – Southern Caregiver Resource Center

3675 Ruffin Road,Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92123scrc@caregivercenter.org

“The TogetherCare program is a cost-sharing
respite program to help support family caregivers of
persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related
dementia.”

Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC) Contact: Rosario Reyes Family Consultant: Russell Zygmunt

891 Kuhn Drive, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 91914

Provides support for caregivers

Research: Support for Caregivers

9500 Gilman Drive, Suite 249, La Jolla, CA 92093

Life Care Manager (MaryAnn Lentini)

Well Spouse North County Support Group Contact: Edna Culp, MSN, APRN, CNS

WSA advocates for and addresses the needs of people who care for a chronically ill or disabled husband, wife or partner.

North County Crisis Center & Intervention Response Team

225 W Valley Parkway Suite 100, Escondido, CA 92025

Turning Point Crisis Center

The START programs (Short Term Acute Residential Treatment, also referred to as crisis residential programs) are located throughout San Diego County and offer an alternative to hospitalization for adults who are suffering an acute psychiatric crisis that is not manageable on an outpatient basis.

1738 S Tremont St. Oceanside, CA 92054

Prothedontist

5565 Grossmont Center Dr. Ste 110, La Mesa, CA 91942

Oral Surgeon

306 Walnut Ave., #26, San Diego, CA 92103

General Dentist – takes Medi-Cal

11968 Bernardo Plaza Drive

Endodontist-IV sedation

1915 Hornblend St., San Diego, CA 92109

Mobile dental care and cleaning services.

Driver rehabilitation specialist serving all of southern California.

Contact: Frank Boutelle

Helping You Care: Comprehensive Family Care Givers Resources

8825 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

A Free Placement Agency

11722 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite G, San Diego, CA 92121

7801 Mission Center Court Ste. 106,
San Diego, CA 92108
OR
1030 La Bonita Drive Ste. 338,
Lake San Marcus, CA 92078

Certified Placement Specialist at Majestic Care (Alisha Olson)

Helps seniors move into assisted living facilities, and board and care homes.

Virginia Renker, MPH, CSA

Finding HomeCare LLC is a caregiving referral platform to assist agencies, caregivers and families.

4290 Mt Abernathy Ave
San Diego, CA 92117

Provides home care and home healthcare services including senior care, nursing and physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as specialized and hospice care.

5625 Ruffin Rd, Ste 225
San Diego, CA 92123

Provides an array of programs and services to the terminally ill, their families and the community. A small staff-to-patient ratio ensures warm, individualized care twenty-four hours a day.

Clinical Coordinator: Jim Reiser

2525 Pio Pico Dr. Suite #301
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Integrated MD Care provides concierge medicine specializing in caring for people with complex and terminal illnesses, helping them experience greater peace of mind and empowerment during their final stage of life.

Bob Uslander, MD Elizabeth Uslander, MSW, MTS

4440 Lamont St
San Diego, CA 92109

Provides home care and home healthcare services including senior care, nursing and physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as specialized and hospice care.

5625 Ruffin Rd, Ste 225
San Diego, CA 92123

Provides a plan of comfort care with a focus on quality of life with compassion and dignity for end-of-life care.

5080 Shoreham Place, #105
San Diego, CA 92122

Sarah Evans, MD, a hospice and palliative care specialist has replaced Dr. Kevn McGehrin, neurologist and palliative care physician, who has left UCSD’s Neuropalliative Care Program.

4510 Executive Dr, Suite 325
San Diego, CA 92121

VITAS helps patients and their families seeking hospice and palliative care in the face of terminal illness.

9655 Granite Ridge Dr Ste 300
San Diego, CA 92123

9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92123

4647 Zion Avenue
San Diego, CA 92120

2185 Citracado Parkwy
Escondido, CA 92029

15615 Pomerado Rd
Poway, CA 92064

15615 Pomerado Rd
Poway, CA 92064

15615 Pomerado Rd
Poway, CA 92064

10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

354 Santa Fe Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024

9888 Genesee Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037

435 H St
Chula Vista, CA 91910

4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

751 Medical Center Ct
Chula Vista, CA 91911

250 Prospect Pl
Coronado CA 92118

5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942

7901 Frost St
San Diego, CA 92123

4002 Vista Way
Oceanside, CA 92056

9300 Campus Point Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037

200 W. Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103

Medicare Made Easy

Elaine Collins Licensed Independent Agent #0F84169 (Low to no cost plans available)

HICAP, a CA non-profit and program of Edler Law & Advocacy, provides free help to persons on Medicare to understand their Medicare benefits, supplemental insurance, health plan options and long-term care insurance.

San Diego County Main Office:
5151 Murphy Canyon Rd, Ste. 100
San Diego, CA 92123

Imperial County Main Office:
939 W. Main St., 2nd Floor
El Centro, CA 92243

Medicare counseling and Older Adult Legal services – free

Community Outreatch Specialist for HICAP/Elder Law & Advocacy (Pablo Corona).

3691 Via Mercado, Suite 16
La Mesa, CA 92941

135 S. Misson Road
Fallbrook, CA 92028

5671 Palmer Way Suite F
Carlsabd, CA 92010

The Aquatec Ocean Ergo is a height-adjustable stainless steel shower chair with commode pans and standard 5″ locking swivel casters. Height adjustment is easily done with push clips in 1″ increments for a total of 5 inches of extra height.

Stainless steel frame that tilts back for comfortable seating. Seat height adjusts from 19.5 to 25.5 from floor. Seat width 19.5 inches. Adjustable headrest. Adjustable, machine washable back upholstery. 5″ casters with foot activated wheel locks. Height adjustable, flip-up armrests.

This is a compact medical suctioning device which has been designed for reliable, portable operation. Because of the small size, light weight, and DC operation, the DeVilbiss Suction Unit is ideal for providing suction in the home, in transport with optional DC cord, or the unit can be operated anywhere with the rechargeable battery. It is used to remove fluids from the airway or respiratory support system and infectious materials from wounds.

Can be prescribed by physician for potential Medicare coverage.

Source for free, gently used medical equipment.

P.O. Box 1633
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Tension-mounted, floor to ceiling SuperPole with horizontal, pivoting and locking bar. Push or pull on the bar to assist with sitting, standing and moving. To help prevent a forward fall the bar will lock if released. Reduces caregiver strain and maximizes the use of available strength while a caregiver supervises. Promotes safe and independent movement and transfer. Use at the tub, toilet, recliner, bed.

Unlike walkers that force you to hunch over, putting painful pressure on your wrists and back, the UPWalker is designed to support you in a secure upright position giving you better posture so you have more confidence and less pain.

Excellent for Parkinson’s. Design provides unmatched stability & control to increase independence & eliminate falls. Easily folds, height adjustable, platform option & accessory for Parkinson’s freezing.

Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles & Mobility Solutions

Directory of resources for Memory Care

Philip R. Lepor, DDS

Mobile dental care and cleaning services.

Karen George, PT, DPT

8787 Center Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942

Counseling Program Mobile services available. Medicare accepted.

3636 Fourth Ave Suite 302
San Diego, CA 92103

Mobile primary and urgent care medical services.

3111 Camino Del Rio North #625
San Diego CA 92108

We provide Mobile Radiology Services to skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation hospitals, hospice agencies, private residence (pre-scheduled), correctional facilities and physician’s offices.

We provide mobile physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as LSVT Big and Loud.

P.O. Box 21773
El Cajon, CA 92021

Mobile COVID testing.

1602 Thomas Ave.
San Diego, CA 92109

Mobile podiatry services.

2604 El Camino Real, Suite 311
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Mobile laboratory services.

1802 South Escondido Blvd.
Escondido, CA 92025

Private, 1-on-1 PT and wellness from the comfort of your own home to help you live your best life. Serving north county (north of the 56). Mobile LSVT Big therapy.

Ability Center of San Diego is committed to bringing the best wheelchair accessible vehicles and mobility solutions to our customers in the San Diego, Califonia area. Find the best scooter lifts, hand controls, home stair lifts, and wheelchair vans in San Diego.Van rentals available.

4797 Ruffner St
San Diego, CA 92111

List of mobility products.

4797 Ruffner St
San Diego, CA 92111

Specialize in support systems that keep you independent and mobile. We offer a wide variety of mobility products, such as canes, walkers, rollators, manual wheelchairs, and power wheelchairs, as well as home medical equipment, such as incontinence products, lift chairs, bath and home safety products, compression garments, and more.

4150 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Provides a variety of products and services to help with medical needs, whether it be aging in place, recovering from an injury or surgery, or making a San Diego visit much more enjoyable with mobility solutions. For those visiting San Diego or just temporarily needing some medical assistance, they offer competitive rates on rental equipment from wheelchairs and scooters to lift chairs and hospital beds, and also provide equipment repair services, installations, and rental equipment.

5251 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92110

A local NEMT (non-emergency medical transportation) provider founded by a long-time In-Home Care professional who felt an absence in the personal touch that he can offer clients in providing quality, yet affordable, medical transportation in San Diego County.

Contact: Phil F.

Wheelchair seating and mobility assessment.

Specialized mobility solutions, medical supplies, home accessibility, vehicle accessibility, wheelchair fitting, service and repair.

8940 Activity Road, Suite K,
San Diego, CA 92126

We provide accessible van rentals for both short and long-term needs. Our vehicles are wheelchair accessible with lowered floors, power sliding doors and power ramps.

Contact: Jim Foster

1406 N Magnolia Ave
El Cajon, CA 9202

We provide accessible van rentals for both short and long-term needs. Our vehicles are wheelchair accessible with lowered floors, power sliding doors and power ramps.

P.O. Box 61420
Staten Island, NY 10306

650 NE Holladay Street
Suite 1600, Portland, OR 97232

We provide accessible van rentals for both short and long-term needs. Our vehicles are wheelchair accessible with lowered floors, power sliding doors and power ramps.

357 S McCaslin Blvd, Ste 105
Louisville, CO 80027

Raising the standards of care for all people affected by neurological illness.

1935 County Road B West, Ste 165
Roseville, MN 55113

Raising the standards of care for all people affected by neurological illness.

LBDA
912 Killian Hill Road, S.W.,
Liburn, GA 30047

Grand Central Station P.O. Box 4777
New York, N.Y. 10163

P.O. Box #1633
Solana Beach, CA 92075

119 N Fairfax Ave #424
Los Angeles, CA 90036

7739 E Broadway Blvd, #352
Tucson, AZ 85710

74090 El Paseo #104
Palm Desert, CA 92260

This facility does both outpatient therapy and short term rehab (if a patient needs a stay at a skilled nursing facility post-acute care). They have an SLP currently taking the LSVT Loud course, and are planning to send PT/OT out for LSVT Big training.

11895 Avenue of Industry
San Diego, Ca 92128

They have a PT and 2 OTs trained in LSVT Big, and an SLP trained in LSVT Loud.

8787 Center Dr.
La Mesa, 91942

2000 Westwood Rd
Vista, Ca 92083

Genetic testing and genetic counseling for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

The mission of PPMI is to identify one or more biomarkers of Parkinson’sdisease progression. The discovery of a biomarker is a critical step in the development of new and better treatments for PD.

Contact: Shawneese Peacock

Learn everything you need to know about diagnosis, medical concerns and treatment, coping with your emotions, daily care, family life, caregiving and more.

APDA Symptom Tracker app

Each person’s Parkinson’s disease symptoms are different. The more you and your care team know, the more personalized your care can be. The APDA Symptom Tracker app helps you. Now also available in Spanish!

Charting Your Course: A Parkinson’s Primer for the Newly Diagnosed

Your experience with Parkinson’s can be impacted in a positive way by your choices and actions. The information shared in this free course is a way for you to learn about these actions without being overwhelmed by information.

Persons Living with Serious Illness, Family, Care Partners, Advocates Resource Pages

These resources aim to provide informational resources for those living with serious illness, their families, caregivers, and advocates. These pages include various resources in diverse formats, languages, and are divided by geographic region and specific illness.

1935 County Road B2 W. Ste. 165
Roseville, MN 55113

Medicare Savings Programs

Parkinson’s Symptom Map

Downloadable list of Parkinson’s symptoms with hyperlinks to additional information for each symptom.

Ten Early Signs of Parkinson’s

List of 10 early signs of Parkinson’s with links to additional information.

Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson’s disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.

The GEMS: Brain Change Model – Positive Approach to Care

The only constant with dementia, or brains in general, is that they are ever-changing. All humans experience brain change every day. This GEMS Model, developed by Teepa Snow and based on the Allen Cognitive Scale, recognizes the shifts in our skills and abilities in any given moment. With dementia, while the progression, pattern, and changes may look very different for each type of dementia, the movement through the GEMS is somewhat predictable. Your understanding of the remaining abilities at each step of this journey can make a world of difference.

7946 Ivanhoe Avenue, Suite 110
La Jolla, CA 92037

Works with families of aging or chronically ill patients, specifically patients with dementia and brain injury. Works with the caregiver to help them negotiate through the stress of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness.

162 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, B50
Encinitas, CA 92024

Counseling Program Mobile services available. Medicare accepted.

7946 Ivanhoe Avenue, Suite 110
La Jolla, CA 92037

Provides support for caregivers.

3675 Ruffin Road,Suite 230
San Diego, CA 92123

Matthew Perry, DPT

One-on-One private Physical Therapy to optimize movement, health, and well-being. Medicare Certified. Now offering aquatics!

Auto-Ness Physical Therapy
10095 Scripps Court Suite B
San Diego, CA 92131

Karen George, PT, DPT

LSVT trained physical therapists offer mobile, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation services.

8787 Center Dr.
La Mesa, 91942

Helpful for individuals with special healthcare plans.

Evidence-based treatment is provided to help you achieve your unique goals following neurological injury. Our team offers intensive, targeted rehabilitation services within an outpatient setting.

La Jolla –
Perlman Medical Offices, 9350 Campus Pt. Drive, LL Suite D
La Jolla, CA 92037

Hillcrest –
UC San Diego Medical Center, 200 W. Arbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92103

Private, 1-on-1 PT and wellness from the comfort of your own home to help you live your best life. Serving north county (north of the 56). Mobile LSVT Big therapy.

LSVT trained speech therapists offer mobile, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation services.

8787 Center Dr.
La Mesa, 91942

LSVT trained speech therapists offer mobile, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation services.

The Ronny Schwartz Center for Voice, Swallowing and Motility Disorders offers highly specialized therapy for children and adults who have trouble speaking or swallowing, including LVST LOUD.

9888 Genesee Ave.
La Jolla , CA 92037

Mission:To make LSVT LOUD more accessible and safe for people with Parkinson’s amidst the challenges of a pandemic. Let’s THINK LOUD!

Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offers LSVT LOUD via telepractice (computer – based therapy) AKA eLOUD. This program is identical to the LSVT LOUD program provided in-person. The only difference is clients can complete therapy from the comfort of their own home via Zoom.

Contact: Emy D’Andrea, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified LSVT LOUD and eLOUD provider Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

11895 Avenue of the Industry
San Diego CA 92128

UC San Diego Health’s speech-language pathologists evaluate and treat all types of speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication and swallowing disorders.

Hillcrest – 200 W. Arbor Drive San Diego, CA 92103

Koman – 9400 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037

Perlman – 9350 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037

Virtual Reality Telehealth Clinic

NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/21/health/virtual-reality-therapy.html

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIAax0pUdig

Voice, harmonica, chair yoga classes taught by music therapists.

10455 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite 202
San Diego, CA 92121

646 North Coit Road, Suite 2250
Richardson, TX 75080

A local NEMT (non-emergency medical transportation) provider founded by a long-time In-Home Care professional who felt an absence in the personal touch that he can offer clients in providing quality, yet affordable, medical transportation in San Diego County.

Contact: Phil F.

Please see the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego website for a current list of local neurologists.

Please see the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego website for a current list of local exercise opportunities.

Please see the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego website for a current list of local support groups for people with Parkinson’s and care partners.

Our team approach provides families with invaluable resources, providing a truly encompassing level of services that supports physical, spiritual, social and emotional needs. Hospice is about the quality of life, Radiant Hospice strives to support care plans that maintain patients’ ability to remain in their homes, where they have the support of their loved ones. As “home” may differ from patient to patient, our services extend to those residing in long-term care facilities.

18 years specializing in placement and referral services in southern California. As well, I’m an advanced certified (ind) PAC Trainer and Consultant (dementia care/Teepa Snow)

For 25 years Attentive Home Care has been providing the finest caregivers & companions for San Diego seniors with Parkinson’s disease. We are licensed by the State of Ca, and all caregivers are throughly screened through the Dept of Justice. Whether you want part time respite care or need 24 hour care your you or a loved one, 24/7 Attentive Home Care is there for you. Just call toll free (800) 731-0071 and our staff will answer all your questions to set up care in the privacy of your own home.

I provide mental health counseling to Care Partners of loved ones who are chronically ill. Within a safe and confidential space that is just for the caregiver, their own emotional needs are the focus. Caregiver Stress Syndrome is real and is in fact a health risk. Caregivers need a place to process their experience, and to find ways to cope in a healthy, meaningful way.

BrightStar Care of Carlsbad is the #1 rated home care agency in San Diego by Home Care Pulse, an independent agency that surveys customer satisfaction for the home care industry. We specialize in supporting people with Parkinson’s with a wide range of award-winning in-home care services. Because of our nurse-led home care model, our clients are 25% less likely to be hospitalized vs other home care companies. Call us 24/7/365 at 760-448-1021.

One of San Diego’s most progressive, privately owned physical therapy, wellness and balance centers. We create an open, honest and caring environment where staff and patients work together to overcome obstacles and achieve the highest levels of both physical function and personal growth. Our advanced, hands-on manual therapy techniques, gym training and LSVT BIG Certified interventions lead to maximum rehabilitation. Address: 11468 Sorrento Valley Rd, San Diego 92121

I am Ese with Legacy Care. I am known as the restorative Nurse making life better for the older adult who is aging in place with Parkinson’s.
I work with a team of restorative Aides .

I am looking for the person who believe strongely with keeping their mom or dad at home. We want to hear and support you in your caregiving journey.

Locally and independently owned, Windward Life Care is San Diego County’s premier home-based care provider since 2004. Our integrated model of care gives clients a unified team of Aging Life Care Managers, Home Care Aides and Home Health nurses that honor your individuality and preferences. We provide Experienced Aging Life Care managers that advocate and support you to navigate the healthcare system and manage our Home Care Aides in your home. And if needed, we provide home health nursing.

Griswold Home Care will provide you with a caregiver who has specialized experience caring for those with Parkinson’s. We offer compassionate caregiving services for those who want support to live where they love.

Empowered Endings Medical Group offers a comprehensive range of services that bridge the gaps in healthcare for individuals with complex and terminal illnesses. The San Diego-based practice was founded by Dr. Bob Uslander and Elizabeth Uslander. Alongside their team of compassionate End of Life experts, they provide full-spectrum medical care and guidance for people who often don’t know where to turn.

Daytime senior care for less independent aging loved ones, generally 65 years and over.
Family caregiver respite. A better way for your loved one to spend their day! Safe, supervised professional care with enriching activities and socialization. Always Sunny provides a full day program with: Personal care & assistance, Nutritious & delicious meals, Showering & salon services, Ability-appropriate exercise, Fun & engaging activities.

San Diego’s premiere Senior Home Care Advocacy Specializing in Dementia/ Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

We provide state-licensed nursing care at home ranging from short-term assistance, long-term care, or something in between. As part of our continuum of care, Windward Home Health’s RNs and LVNs work with you and your doctor to provide personalized skilled nursing care in the comfort of your home. We offer a complimentary consultation by phone to review your needs and preferences. Windward Life Care is the sister company providing non-medical caregiving & care management as well.

Rx Ballroom Dance’s mission is to use ballroom dance to preserve and enhance the quality of life in people who are confronting neurological conditions. Our program consists of weekly ballroom dance classes specifically designed to engage both the body and mind to alleviate symptoms of diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
This program is supported by community grants from the Parkinson’s Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
These classes are 100% free.

Offer Parkinson’s “Movement and Exercise Private Sessions” in the comfort of your own home or a mutual location of choice in the Carlsbad, CA area by Risa Pascal, a 35-year expert personal trainer. Exercise benefits both the physical and psychological well-being of people with Parkinson’s Disease. Because Parkinson’s Disease affects a person’s ability to move, exercise helps to keep muscles strong and improve flexibility and mobility.

Jennie teaches gentle chair yoga and movement to seniors in retirement communities, skilled nursing, and memory care communities, as well as more active yoga at various Carlsbad parks. Her classes and personal sessions have an anatomy focus and are customized for folks with limited mobility, joint replacements, osteoporosis, and a variety of other conditions.

All Heart Home Care, a Veteran-owned, licensed agency, has received prestigious awards year after year, including the San Diego Union Tribune’s Best In-Home Care & A Place for Mom’s Best of Senior Living In-Home Care. With a focus on family values & respect, we provide quality senior home care in Greater San Diego. Our compassionate caregivers are trained to assist seniors with Parkinson’s, ensuring a safe, comfortable home environment. Trust All Heart for professional, trustworthy care.

The SMARTPD Program provides a comprehensive biofeedback solution for individuals with Parkinson’s. Combining in-office neurofeedback sessions with at-home biofeedback devices offers continuous support and benefits. With over 20 years of experience and research-backed protocols, SMARTPD aims to enhance sleep, increase mobility, and uplift mood through targeted neurofeedback techniques.

CalAim provides community supports “CS” services to assist those in need.

Frank Boutelle-Handicap Driver Training
(driving safety instructor)

C: 951.515.5125
W: 951.943.4960

Rob Collier – CA Drivers Advocates

Frank Boutelle-Handicap Driver Training

Our Commitment is to provide professional in-home care in San Diego!
Providing in-home care is much more than a job for the members of our team. It is a personal mission of ours to enrich the lives of our clients on all levels. We genuinely like what we do, whether it’s assisting a client in adjusting his or her care plan, participating in an activity or hobby that a client enjoys, exchanging a nice word with a family member, or making a meal that feels like home to a client.

Non-medical home care company locally owned and operated with unmatched experience leading the industry with attendance guarantees, continuity guarantees and care management oversight. We pride ourselves on our values of being reliable, empathetic, respectful and always strive for improvement to become our best and have a growth mindset of making progress daily in the lives we touch. We offer different funding solutions to help pay for our services. Please call for a free consultation.

Helping Hands Senior Foundation is a non-profit organization that offers a free care planning service to seniors 65 and older of any income, insurance, and or health condition. We specialize in working with low income seniors, to help them stretch their budget, lower their cost of living and improve their quality of life. We can assist with housing/ placement, care resources, food, transportation, VA benefits, financial aid, fall prevention, home safety and so much more.

Caregiver Networks Club is a FREE support group for families taking care of a loved one, compassionate caregivers and anyone in the healthcare industry who supports caregivers and seniors. If you are interested in networking, sharing resources, receiving new resources, meeting others who are in the same situation as you, learning from educational guest speakers, meeting caregivers, finding caregivers, and finding support then you are at the right spot!

We offer Home Care, Home Health, Placement and Concierge Services. Specifically to Parkinson’s, we offer Big and Loud specialist services. Please call us at 858.394. 6458 or 858.529.1886.

We have been in business for over 20 years. With over 1,000 employees in San Diego we tailor our services to your specific needs.
We offer assistance with:
daily grooming and hygiene needs
bathing and showering
walking, mobility and prescribed exercises
preparation of nutritious meals
transportation to doctor appointments
attending outside social events
medication reminders
light housekeeping and home maker services
respite care for family

We offer Home Health, Home Care, Placement and Concierge services to the Parkinson’s community.

ON THE GO Transportation Solutions for Older Adults

NeuroLab 360 is a nonprofit organization located in Encinitas, CA offering outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and wellness based services. Therapists specialize in working with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and are PWR! Moves Certified. NeuroLab 360 offers daily group exercise classes for individuals living with PD including PWR! Moves classes, Balance classes, and Circuit Classes. In addition, NeuroLab 360 offers a free Speak Out Speech Group led by a Speech Therapist.

RISE Physical Therapy was born from a simple philosophy: everyone deserves the best treatment possible.

Unlike most physical therapy clinics, RISE does not use aides or assistants. All of our sessions are spent 1-on-1 with a provider or resident and often times with a provider AND resident. This approach enables us to provide an unrivaled level of care and a much more enjoyable experience for our patients.

Please remove Respite Well program and Michelle Guire information. We no longer have that county program, and Michelle is no longer with us.

Trained caregivers in the client home, along with a dedicated Care Manager to oversee care needs and provide guidance and support. Concierge Care Management services available for any additional client needs.

FirstLight Home Care exists to help people have their best day, every day. Our mission is to provide compassionate home care so that the families we serve have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are receiving the support they need to enjoy the quality of life they deserve. We service all of San Diego County.

Izra Transportation is a provider of non-emergency medical transport services in San Diego. We are dedicated to providing safety and quality to our clients. Our team of experts work tirelessly to ensure peace of mind to our clients and their loved ones.

I am a physical therapist who has specialized in treating people with Parkinson’s and similar movement disorders for 29 years. I have a website and YouTube channel which contains videos on topics such as walking with bigger steps and how to improve control of freezing and turns. Also included is how to perform transfers easier (floor/chair/bed) and improve understanding of your balance. Videos for caregivers to reduce strain. My YouTube channel is https://www.youtube.com/@parkinsonsPT

Assisting Hands Home Care San Diego is a leading provider of high-quality home care services, dedicated to ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of San Diego seniors and their families. Navigating the challenges of caring for an aging loved one becomes more manageable with our professional assistance. We recognize the difficulties families face in providing care without support, and our team of trained, dependable caregivers and personal assistants is here to alleviate those challenges.

1 on 1 in-HOME Therapy offered by Physical and Occupational Therapists who are certified in LSVT Big and/ or PWR! Moves, and a Speech Therapist who is certified in Loud Voice. (Speech Therapy will be via screen).

We accept some insurance plans. Contact us today to verify coverage and learn more about us!

Assisting Hands Home Care San Diego is a leading provider of high-quality home care services, dedicated to ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of San Diego seniors and their families. Navigating the challenges of caring for an aging loved one becomes more manageable with our professional assistance. We recognize the difficulties families face in providing care without support, and our team of trained, dependable caregivers and personal assistants is here to alleviate those challenges.

GOLDEN CARE-PARKINSON’S HOME CARE
Parkinson’s Home Care refers to specialized support and services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals diagnosed with PD. This neurodegenerative disorder affects movement control, and its progression can lead to various challenges. Parkinson’s Home Care is designed to help individuals manage these symptoms and maintain the highest possible quality of life.
A+ Better Business Bureau rating
Woman owned and women operated
Serving ALL of San Diego

Aging At Home Caregiving supports individuals with Parkinson’s through personalized in-home care focused on mobility and independence. Our Parkinson’s Movement & Mobility Program includes daily guided exercises and fall prevention strategies to improve strength, balance, and confidence. With a clinical, compassionate approach, we help clients stay active and safe at home, enhancing quality of life every step of the way.

SD NeuroDance creates a safe and specialized environment that allows persons living with PD to experience the joy of dance with their loved ones. Guided by a supportive instructor, knowledgeable physical therapists, spirited volunteers, and uplifting music, you’ll explore breath, rhythm, and expressive gestures that connect you to joy, community, and the power of dance.

We encourage you to attend with your loved ones. Classes are $10 per group, regardless of size. Scholarships available.

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Your host, Jeff Seckendorf, talks with PASD Executive Director Chris Buscher on how the mentor program works and what are some of the benefits you’ll see.

Palliative care can be for anyone who needs a broad range of medical services. On this episode of the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Microcast, Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould gives us a brief introduction to palliative care, how it works, and some of the benefits.

Having Parkinson’s disease does not mean you will have to stop driving. This is a question almost everyone asks. In this episode of the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego microcasts, Nurse Practitioner Kathy Huynh looks at some of the issues associated with driving and Parkinson’s.

Meet the guy who answers the phone. Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Executive Director Chris Buscher comes to PASD from a long career in non-profits. This short episode will give you some insight into the man who drives the organization that supports thousands of people with Parkinson’s disease.

One of the most common symptoms of Parkinson’s – and something almost everyone does not want to talk about – is constipation. In this episode, nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould gives us a short rundown on constipation and a few things you can do about it.

The Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Good Start Program – an amazing day of information for anyone newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. In this episode, PASD Executive Director Chris Buscher provides a short overview of the Good Start Program.

In this episode nurse practitioner Kathy Huynh talks about hallucinations in Parkinson’s and some of the differences between hallucinations and other similar issues.

In this episode of the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Microcasts, nurse practitioner Kathy Huynh talks about cognition changes that could occur with the onset of Parkinson’s disease.

Atypical Parkinson’s includes a range of movement disorders that can appear to be Parkinson’s disease, but are not. In this episode Sherrie Gould, NP talks about some of the forms of atypical Parkinson’s and what the movement disorder community can do to treat them.

The Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Resource Center is a collection of information for anyone with Parkinson’s or caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease. Learn about the Resource Center includes websites, webinars, podcasts, documents, and much more.

Mood disorders – apathy, depression, anxiety, and others – can be common symptoms in Parkinson’s disease. In this episode Kathy Huynh, NP talks about some of these non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s and what you – and your movement disorder specialist – can do about them.

One of the early symptoms of Parkinson’s is something called micrographia, which is small handwriting. In this episode Sherrie Gould, NP gives us a little background on micrographia and some of your options to address it.

Fatigue can be a frustrating yet common symptom in Parkinson’s Disease. In this episode Kathy Huynh, NP talks about fatigue, being tired, and some of the things you can do about it.

Continuing our discussion on fatigue in Parkinson’s, Sherrie Gould, NP, CMRD looks at exercise and other ways to combat this very common symptom.

Do you ever feel dizzy, or light-headed when you stand up? This is often due to low blood pressure, a very common symptom in Parkinson’s. Known as neurogenic orthostatic hypotension, nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould explains some of the causes of low blood pressure in Parkinson’s and some of the things you can do to combat it.

PASD’s website is filled with information that can help every person living with Parkinson’s and their families and care partners. In this episode, Executive Director Chris Buscher takes us through some of the highlights of the website.

What you eat is so important to your health regardless of whether you have Parkinson’s. In this episode Marty Acevedo, a Registered Dietician and Nutritionist looks at the Mediterranean diet and some of its advantages for anyone living with Parkinson’s.

Some common symptoms of Parkinson’s are quiet speech, difficulty swallowing, and occasional drooling. In this episode nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould takes a look at those three symptoms and some of the things your medical providers can do to help.

Sleep. Is it your favorite thing? Or is it elusive. Sleep disorders can be part of Parkinson’s, and here to tell us a bit more about dealing with sleep dysfunction is nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould.

One of the diets that has been in the news recently is the keto diet. This is a nutritional plan that involves eating fats as a high percentage of your daily intake, putting your body into a state of ketosis. However, this is not without its downfalls and dangers. Here to give us an honest look at the keto diet is registered dietitian Marty Acevedo.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 co-founder of NeuroLab360 addresses this issue.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 lead stronger, healthier, happier lives.

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.

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 like a tough fighter.

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.

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.

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.

“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 from finding purpose at any stage in life.

How much do you really eat? If you are managing your weight, or exercising more than before, or you’re just curious, tracking your intake in a food diary is a great way to get a clear picture of your diet. In this episode registered dietitian Marty Acevedo looks at the ins and outs of tracking your food.

Everyone connected to Parkinson’s knows how important exercise is in helping to manage the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. But some of the most critical stages in any structured exercise program are rest and recovery. In this episode Jeff interviews Jessie Agrimis, DPT, on recovery, rest, and adaptation.

Physical therapy has traditionally been prescribed and paid for within the hospital and insurance company setting. NeuroLab360 is a non-profit provider of physical therapy, founded by three doctors of physical therapy. In this episode, co-founder Meagan George looks at the advantages of a self-pay, non-profit model.

Dual tasking, or doing more than one thing at a time, can be a challenge for many of us, but more so with Parkinson’s. In this episode doctor of physical therapy and co-founder of NeuroLab360, Kristine Negrete, looks at some of the ways they can help people with Parkinson’s multi-task.

Balance – one of the most important issues in Parkinson’s. In this episode doctor of physical therapy Megan George of NeuroLab360 defines balance and addresses some of the reasons balance can be challenging in Parkinson’s.

Continuing our short series on balance in Parkinson’s, in this episode doctor of physical therapy Kristine Negrete of NeuroLab360 looks at some of the ways physical therapy can help with balance issues for anyone living with Parkinson’s.

As we look back on the Mt. Everest trek and look forward to the Dolomite trek you will hear, in the voices of those with Parkinson’s and those who care for the trekkers with Parkinson’s, the grit, determination, and drive to succeed at something that can seem, at times, impossible.

During this episode, as we make our last few days of preparation for the Dolomite Trek, we are joined by nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould for a look back at trek number two to Mt. Everest Base Camp in 2013. Listen in as Sherrie describes that team’s reaction to seeing Mt. Everest for the first time and then looks ahead to talk about the training the team has done for the Dolomites.

The Dolomite team is on its way! This trek, in support of the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego, starts in a few days as team members are making their way to Cortina, Italy. In this episode we take another look back to 2013 and the trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp, this time hearing from father and son team Alan and Adam Truitt along with a clip from our guide, Vern Tejas.

After four years of planning and three years of cancellations we are finally on our way to Italy and the Dolomite Mountains. In this short episode your podcast host Jeff Seckendorf, Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould, and trekker Marilyn McCrary are close to boarding an airplane for Italy. Listen in as we are now just a few hours from joining the rest of the team in Cortina for this amazing adventure.

We are one flight away from Italy. Jeff, Sherrie, and Marilyn are meeting up with most of the Dolomites team members tomorrow. In this episode we take a final look back at the 2013 Mt. Everest Base Camp trek with three short clips: Sherrie talking about a medical condition that caused two of our team to turn around just one day shy of Base Camp; a clip from Bob Baker about a yak attack and a very personal story about the trek; and finally Bill Maddox, one of our trekkers with Parkinson’s, on reaching base camp.

We are hiking! With about half the team assembled in Cortina we did our first acclimatization hike to a spectacular refugio overlooking the whole valley. Today we all got a look at just how powerful these mountains are. The trek officially starts with a welcome dinner tomorrow, then our 8-day adventure begins.

Half way through our day one hike, Elena Andrews gives us a little insight on why she continues to travel the world for these Power Over Parkinson’s mountain treks.

Day 1 of the Power Over Parkinson’s Dolomites Trek is in the books. 20 km/about 12.5 miles and 3600 feet of vertical gain, this was a tough hike for anyone regardless of Parkinson’s. In this short episode, nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould looks at the power of the team as we made our up and down narrow challenging terrain.

And we’re ready to go on day two! After a long introduction to the Dolomites yesterday, the team is gathered at the start for day two, a shorter, more gentle hike than day 1. In this episode we check in with a few of the team members just minutes before we start.

One of our amazing guides, Anna Vecellio Del Monego of Dolomite Treks, offers her take on the team, the motivation, the determination, and the joy she gets from guiding this powerful team of people with Parkinson’s and those connected to people with Parkinson’s.

Day three: meet John Crawford, one of our trekkers with Parkinson’s. In this short episode John tells us why he traveled to Italy to join the Power Over Parkinson’s trek.

Day three: in this episode Lisa Graham tells us what brought her to her third Power Over Parkinson’s trek.

On our day three hike, Alex Trepte, another of our hikers with Parkinson’s, talks about how hard it can be to accept help, even though everyone around him is willing to offer it.

Will Kauffmann, now living in Luxembourg, joined the Power Over Parkinson’s trek to support his long time family friend John Crawford, but now also has a very personal connection to Parkinson’s.

In this short episode, and with about six hours of hiking still in front of us, Francie Barron talks about why she has joined her second Power Over Parkinson’s trek and how she is inspired by the people on the trek with Parkinson’s.

In this short episode Gina Lupino, one of our amazing Parkinson’s patients on the Dolomite trek, looks at some of the challenges she faces in the mountains, including finding a private place to pee, and talks about the inspiration of the other three people hiking with Parkinson’s.

IT’S SNOWING ON THE MOUNTAIN! We woke up to an unexpected four inches of snow covering the mountain. In this short episode we hear from the team at breakfast as each person looks forward to the excitement of the day.

We survived our first hike in snowy, icy, and very cold conditions. On this day, the whole team rose to the occasion – dressed properly, waling carefully, helping each other, we made a steep descent and arrived at our first coffee stop of the day. With this team, coffee (and bombardinos – a rum, eggs, and whipped cream drink) are always a welcome treat after a hard hike.

The 2022 Power Over Parkinson’s Dolomite Mountain Trek in Italy is over, but the hikes and events of that week will stay with all of us for a lifetime. I had the most incredible experience hiking for the week with Alex Trepte, one of the four people on the trek with Parkinson’s. Alex has this thing – he runs at the end of every hike. And for someone who occasionally has issues just walking with Parkinson’s, this is one of the most powerful things I’ve ever seen.

Serving those with minor to severe disabilities, the SDSU Adaptive Fitness Clinic is a community outreach program through the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University.

YOPD, or young onset Parkinson’s disease, affects those diagnosed with Parkinson’s in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s. In this episode support group leader Trace Hill introduces us to “Park’s on the Park,” San Diego’s YOPD support group, and some of the ways anyone who was diagnosed at a younger age can benefit from meeting with other’s with YOPD.

In this episode we’re joined by Emory D’Andrea, a Speech Language Pathologist and certified LSVT LOUD/eLOUD provider at Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Emory gives us some insights into how the LSVT LOUD and eLOUD programs can help anyone with Parkinson’s who is finding their voice becoming a bit more quiet.

Medtronic’s Pat McDonnell has been working with Deep Brain Stimulation technology for over 20 years. In this episode Pat offers his thoughts on DBS and gives us his perspective on being an exhibitor at the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego’s Empowerment Day.

Reneu Health is a team of experienced clinical kinesiologists who specialize in preventive and rehabilitative exercise for seniors and people with Parkinson’s. In this episode Jeff talks with Reneu founder Chris Corpuz about Reneu’s in-home and in-facility exercise programs and Marty Acevedo about her experiences at Reneu Health.

In this episode we meet Slim Shaky, also known as Joni Lowe. Joni’s son, Sequoia, made the video with Joni and her friend, Heather Kennedy. “SLIM SHAKY is a Parkinson’s rap anthem that captures the struggle and the strength of two vibrant women who live with it every day.”

EN ESPAÑOL – Reneu Health, es un equipo de kinesiólogos clínicos con experiencia en ejercicios preventivos y de rehabilitación para personas mayores y personas con Parkinson. En este episodio Lisbeth habla con Cindy Lopez  de los beneficios de un programa de ejercicio estructurado en comparación con un ejercicio realizado por su cuenta.

In this episode with talk with Irene Miller and her role as a care partner in Good Start.

In this episode with talk with Marty Acevedo on some of the personal aspects of being diagnosed with Parkinson’s and how you can live your best life post-diagnosis..

In this episode with talk with NeuroLab360’s Jessie Agrimis, DPT, on the exercise portion of the Good Start Program.

In this episode with talk with Dr. Wright about the medical portion of the Good Start Program.

What is a social worker? How can a social worker benefit someone living with Parkinson’s. What is the difference between a social worker and a psychologist? Do social workers do therapy or counseling? In this episode Licensed Clinical Social Worker Adirana Gonzlez addresses these questions and much more as we discuss finding, and working with, a social worker.

Technology with DBS, or Deep Brain Stimulation, is advancing as fast as any tech these days. In this episode we speak with Shawn McMenamin of Abbott Pharmaceuticals and Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould about some of this new technology, including Abbott’s “Virtual Clinic,” also known as remote programming.

In this short episode Dr. Joanne Hamilton, neuropsychologist at the Scripps Clinic Medical Group, tells us a little about some of the rewards of working with people with Parkinson’s.

In this episode we explore biofeeback and neurofeedback with Lisa Tataryn. Lisa is a Clinical Neuroscientist at the SMARTPD Program focusing on computational brain modeling for non-invasive interventions for tracking and managing Parkinon’s symptoms. She is a board-certified Neurofeedback practitioner and a Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach specializing in Parkinson’s disease and the Bredesen Protocol for dementia prevention.

The 6th tri-annual World Parkinson’s Congress opened yesterday in Barcelona, Spain. Executive Director Chris Buscher, board member Lisa Evans, and Director of Operations Jeff Seckendorf are all at the WPC for different reasons. In this short, first episode from Spain, Jeff talks with Lisa about some of the chaos associated with getting the Mentor Program booth set up.

Meet Parkinson’s advocate Ben Stecher. Ben was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2013 at age 29 and almost immediately realized that he had to learn as much about Parkinson’s as humanly possible. His drive and tenacity led him to all corners of the world meeting with the most renowned experts – scientists, researchers, doctors, authors, and advocates. Two books and ten years later Ben is still at it, now as a patient advocate at Rune Labs.

What are the benefits of having the administrative team from the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego in Barcelona at the 6th World Parkinson’s Congress? In this episode PASD Executive Director Chris Buscher give us his perspective on those benefits.

The 6th World Parkinson’s Congress wrapped up a few days ago in Barcelona and as we all return to our lives in San Diego we caught up with Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould to get her thoughts on being together with thousands of people all living with Parkinson’s or trying to find a way to make living with Parkinson’s easier. Or, better yet, find a cure.

Deep brain stimulation is becoming a more and more popular treatment for some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. In this episode we speak with Anna Manor of Boston Scientific. Anna talks about the new technologies Boston Scientific has to offer and what it’s like to be in a patient’s first programming session after the deep brain stimulation surgery.

In this short episode Adriana Gonzales, a social worker at the UCSD Parkinson’s & Other Movement Disorders Center, tells us the rewards she sees working with People with Parkinson’s and their families.

Phil Goodrich is about to undergo deep brain stimulation surgery. What makes Phil’s DBS journey unique is that he is going to take us along with him. Phil will be recording short microcast episodes as he prepares for surgery, goes through the surgery, then goes through the programming process. In this first episode Phil talks about how he came to the conclusion that DBS is the best option for him.

Beginning January 1, 2024 Scripps Clinic and Scripps Coastal will stop accepting Medicare Advantage plans. This leaves all Scripps patients on Medicare Advantage are facing some kind of change, and that change must be decided on by December 7, 2023. This 30-minute interview is with Sophie Exdell of HICAP – Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, a division of Elder Law & Advocacy, a non-profit organization. Sophie explains some of the ins and outs of Medicare Advantage and some options for people wishing to stay with their Scripps doctors or willing to move to another health plan.

In this episode of our Microcast Series, PASD Board member Phil Goodrich continues his story of his journey with DBS. Today Phil looks a bit more at what led him to DBS and what his process will look like.

In this episode Parkinson’s Association of San Diego board member Phil Goodrich continues his story about his journey with DBS. Still a few weeks before surgery, Phil explores more about his personal journey with the decision, and the process, of getting deep brain stimulation implanted.

In this episode Phil Goodrich, Parkinson’s Association of San Diego Board member, continues his story of his journey with DBS. Today Phil looks back on his Parkinons’s diagnosis and some of the physical, emotional, and family issues that surrounded it.

In today’s episode we catch up with Sherrie Gould, NP in the car on her way to the first training hike for Japan, this one in Poway, California. Stay tuned for many more episodes from the training and the trek.

MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound is an alternative treatment for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. In this fascinating episode, Dr. Vamsi Chavakula, affiliated with Sharp Healthcare, looks at the pros, cons, history, and future of HIFU.

In this episode we get a primer on mail order pharmacies. Dave Randall has been a pharmacist for 30+ years and gives us the ins and outs, benefits and drawbacks to receiving your medications from a mail order pharmacy.

In this short microcast PASD’s Director of Operations Jeff Seckendorf takes a look at some of the upcoming programs from the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego. Listen and hear Jeff talk about our Mentor Program, or new education program for mental health professionals, our newly update free mobility device program, Empowerment Day, and much more.

In this “sleepy” episode we are joined by Dr. Kevin McGehrin, a neurologist at the Neuron Clinic, to discuss issues of sleep in people with Parkinson’s. Dr. McGehrin looks at some of the causes of trouble sleeping, discusses REM sleep behavior disorder, and talks about some of the things we can do to help facilitate good sleep.

In this slightly longer episode, I was invited to speak to the North County Parkinson’s Support Group in Oceanside, CA on the topic of mindfulness. In this half hour we look at rest and recovery for the body and for the mind, the difference between meditation and meditative, and we do a short, three minute guided meditation (if you are listening to this while driving, please do not close your eyes and meditate while hurtling down the freeway).

June 11, 2025. Mark your calendars. PASD’s Director of Operations, Jeff Seckendorf, will attempt to break four world cycling records to support the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego. In this episode Jeff switched roles from interviewer to interviewee as Sherrie Gould, NP asked Jeff about the ride, the bike, the velodrome, and what it’s like to do an massively difficult event like this, but with purpose.

In this episode we meet Dr. Anna Halbeisen, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine board-certified in emergency medicine, sports medicine as well as neuromusculoskeletal/osteopathic manual medicine. We talk with Dr. Halbeisen about exercise and how that impacts your body from a medical perspective, particularly in people diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

Dr. Chavakula, affiliated with Sharp Healthcare, has recently completed his 50th MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound procedure for people with Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. In this episode we look at recent advancements in the technology, discuss some of the differences between focused ultrasound and deep brain stimulation, and talk about some of the history of these treatments.

We hear occasionally that our website is so full of useful and important information about Parkinson’s and each person’s journey with Parkinson’s that sometimes it can be overwhelming. Where to start? Where to look? What do I need today to help me? To help ease that information-overload, we just created a series of “Quick Link” pages, basically landing pages to streamline your entry into the website. The first three are online now: Newly diagnosed, young onset, and care partners. In this short microcast, Director of Operations Jeff Seckendorf gives you a bit more information about the pages and our thought process leading to their development.

When we conceived the topic for this microcast the idea was to talk about the differences for a coach working wth older athletes and younger athletes, or older people with Parkinson’s who have to exercise and younger people, with or without Parkinson’s, who want to exercise. However, as the conversation developed, the apparent differences became less and less obvious. Join Coach Tracey Jacobs and Jeff Seckendorf as they unpack this seemingly simple topic.

If you have Parkinson’s, should you see a neurologist who is a movement disorders specialist? A general neurologist? An advanced practice provider – nurse practitioner or PA? Or your primary care physician. Although this may seem like an obvious series of questions, in this episode nurse practitioner Sherrie Gould unpacks some of the differences between these medical professionals and some of your options if you are facing a long wait to get an appointment to see a clinician.

In this episode we continue our series with Sherrie Gould, NP, CMRD on the relationship between you and your care team. Sherrie looks at the benefits and value of seeing an advanced practice provider – a nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant and provides some insight on the training, education, and experiences APPs have in the care of Parkinson’s and other movement disorders.

We recently crossed the threshold of 100 podcasts and it’s become an amazing collection of information related to living a better life with Parkinson’s. However, it’s always been difficult to find specific information in a specific episode. We solved that with our new PASD Microcast Directory. Search by category, search by keyword, including the name of the guest, and quickly find the episodes that interest you. And you can still go right to the latest episodes.

How do you prepare for your visit with your movement disorders specialist – your doctor, nurse practitioner, or PA? In this episode filled with practical guidance, Sherrie Gould, NP, CMRD, continues with her series about working with your medical care team.

Sasha Graham, host of the podcast, Sports Will Save Us All, joins us to reflect on the hundreds of interviews she has done with professional and amateur athletes and coaches about the professional athlete’s mindset.

Dr. Michael Okun, a neurologist at University of Florida, has spent almost 25 years researching Parkinson’s and treating people with Parkinson’s. Now, in one of the best written and most accessible books ever written on Parkinson’s, Dr. Okun and Dr. Ray Dorsey lay out the plan

What happens when a very public author and journalist decides to tell their audience that they now have Parkinson’s? In this powerful episode we meet Annmarie O’Connor, long time fashion editor of the Irish Examiner. Diagnosed in her 40’s, join us as Annmarie looks back at the decision to go very public about her journey with Parkinson’s.

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