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  • Tech Aids to Help with Parkinson's Care

    April 23, 2024

    Discover innovative tech aids for Parkinson's care, from medication management to mobility assistance. Empower your loved ones with advanced solutions.

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  • Time Out

    April 12, 2022

    By Sheree Ellingson

    Okay, I know, you are really getting into these “Hmmmm moments” however; I want to talk about a different subject this week. More “Hmmm moments” in next blog.

    I am always on the look out for alternative methods, ideas, medications, medical equipment, etcetera for any type of diagnosed conditions. Approximately five years ago, I was learning about Parkinson’s (remarkably interesting disease). I have a friend Michele who had told me on several occasions that she could not smell anything. Michele said the doctors said, “That’s happens sometimes, no big deal.” After taking these classes, I found out one of the first possible signs of Parkinson’s is losing the sense of smell; up to 10 years prior to any other signs.

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  • Yes, We Know Parkinson’s

    July 17, 2019
    In order to stay informed, our staff is continually taking courses offered on all types of diseases and health issues. I’ve had an acquaintance for several years who had stated she had lost her sense of smell and the doctors just told her, “sometimes this happens, no worries.” After taking several classes on Parkinson’s, I found an interesting fact... Continue Reading