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We have been tackling the decisions that people need to make for their healthcare insurance choices in our first series of episodes on a topic.  Next up, long term care insurance options. There are 3 broad choices people can make.  Which one depends on your situation. This is another very important, yet confusing life choice. […]

Recently, the newsletter for my community where I live asked me to describe my perfect day in my adopted hometown. I could use my imagination. Sounded like a fun exercise so I sat down and wrote the below. I thought I would share with all of you. What is your favorite day in the community

Continuing our series on healthcare insurance options. Next up, Medicare. There are more choices than when your parents became eligible. In this episode, we learn from an expert on what option is the best one for your situation and when and if you can change your choice when your circumstances change. No matter what age

This is the second episode in our series on healthcare choices and picking the best options for you. Next up – online pharmacies.  Where do you get your medications? The ones you need to treat an ongoing condition. Most people use the corner pharmacy. It’s convenient. Have you wondered about switching to an online pharmacy?

Healthcare in the US and, more specifically, healthcare insurance is a very difficult, confusing and frustrating industry to navigate and understand.  It can also be expensive. Yet, it is so important to our wellbeing. How do you make the best choices of you and your family? Even if this doesn’t affect you so much now,

Fundraising for PD research can be fun. This episode is a recap of the 3rd annual Box4Bucks fundraiser for MJFF. It includes interviews from the many stakeholders in the event. Listen as representatives from MJFF, sponsors and participants describe what this year’s pivot to virtual meant to them and how much fun it can be

Fatigue, daytime tiredness, sleepless nights are experiences by a lot of people. It has a significant impact on their quality of life. For PWP, there is a 78% they will experience fatigue. Today we will learn more about this non motor symptom from a Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon researching fatigue in PD and if DBS can

Thank you to all our volunteers, sponsors and competitors. Our first virtual event was fun and inspiring. Thank you to our Title Sponsor

Today’s topic takes us to the intersection of dancing and Parkinson’s disease.  Dancing isn’t just another exercise recommended for PWP. Dancing combines the intense workout of an aerobic exercise class with other classes focused on strength, flexibility and balance.  Plus, it is set to music and fun. The dancer needs to connect the mind with

A healthy diet packed with nutrition isn’t just good for Parkinson’s patients. It’s good for everyone. However, there are a few changes you can make to your diet that can help with symptoms as well as your overall health outcomes. While there is no one-size-fits-all diet plan for PD, there are some guidelines we can