Care Partner Resources
By Kate Fiorianti | February 25, 2021 When someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s (PD), he/she is usually able to continue to provide self-care for some time. However, since Parkinson’s is a progressive disorder, over time the person will need more and more assistance. Often someone close to the person with Parkinson’s will step in to help out. […]
COVID-19 Vaccine
By Kate Fiorianti | February 16, 2021 Many of our support group members have been asking a lot of questions about COVID-19, the COVID-19 vaccine, and patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). While living with Parkinson’s does not put you at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19, it does make it harder to recover if you contract it. […]
My Story: Brent & Tami Peterson
By Kate Fiorianti | February 8, 2021 Brent and Tami began their journey with Parkinson’s in 2002, when Brent was first diagnosed. At that time, he was the Assistant Head Coach for the Nashville Predators and decided to keep his diagnosis a secret. It was not until 2004, when the Petersons decided to announce Brent’s diagnosis. As […]
5 Tips to Make Your Home Parkinson’s Friendly
By Kate Fiorianti | February 5, 2021 Patients with Parkinson’s (PD) experience mobility issues and moving easily around the home can be difficult. PFP’s Cookeville Support Group had the opportunity to learn how one can adapt their home with contactor, Bob Harwood of Wood Designs (Cookeville, TN). Whether you are looking to buy a new home or […]
