Being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease can be distressing, and adjusting to the effects of the disease is often difficult. This indispensable resource for patients, family, friends, and caregivers helps patients rise above PDβs challenges by working smarter, maintaining a positive outlook, and conserving time and energy. Organized by subject, the book covers a wide range of topics, including making the home more accessible; dressing aids and simple clothing adaptations; using technology to improve communication; eating and drinking tips for people with difficulty swallowing; mobility and exercise; managing home health care; cars and driving; leisure and recreational activities; travel; and much more. A resource section at the end of each chapter contains contact information for the agencies, organizations, and products mentioned. Completely revised and updated to include over 65 new tips and 40 additional resources, the book enables readers to become more independent and lead remarkably unlimited lives.
β¦ Table of Contents
Cover......Page 1
Title Page......Page 3
Dedication......Page 5
Contents......Page 6
A Word from the Author......Page 8
CHAPTER 1 Basic Concepts for Living with Parkinsonβs Disease......Page 11
CHAPTER 2 Making Your Home Safe and Accessible......Page 23
CHAPTER 3 Looking Good, Feeling Better......Page 45
CHAPTER 4 Communicating......Page 57
CHAPTER 5 Managing Mealtime Madness......Page 71
CHAPTER 6 Empowering Yourself......Page 87
CHAPTER 7 Handling Medical Issues......Page 107
CHAPTER 8 Getting Out and About......Page 127
About the Author......Page 141
B......Page 143
D......Page 144
G......Page 145
M......Page 146
R......Page 148
T......Page 149
Z......Page 150