My Story: Reggie Gaulle
By Kate Fiorianti | December 7, 2021 If you have ever been to a Franklin Support Group meeting, or attended the Navigating the Parkinson’s Path Annual Expo, you have probably been greeted by Reggie. Reggie Gaulle has been a part of the Parkinson’s community since 2008, when Patricia, Reggie’s wife was diagnosed with PD. Reggie was observing […]
PFP Joins #GivingTuesday 2021
By Kate Fiorianti | November 12, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nashville, TN November 12, 2021 – The Peterson Foundation for Parkinson’s has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. More than 6,400 people in Middle Tennessee are diagnosed with […]
My Story: Don Thomas
By Kate Fiorianti | October 28, 2021 The Peterson Foundation for Parkinson’s had the opportunity to speak with Nashville native, Don Thomas and his journey with Parkinson’s. Don grew up in the Nashville area for most of his life. He attended Glencliff High School and then to Middle TN State University for college and graduate school. In […]
Peterson Voices are Growing Stronger
By Kate Fiorianti | October 7, 2021 Studies suggest that singing interventions have the potential to increase vocal loudness, respiratory muscle strength, and voice-related quality of life in people with Parkinson’s disease. Communication impairment is common among Parkinson’s patients. Around 90% of those living with Parkinson’s have voice and speech changes, and a patient’s voice can become difficult […]
My Story: Marsha Dunn
By Kate Fiorianti | July 26, 2021 PFP had the opportunity to learn about Marsha Dunn’s Parkinson’s Journey. Marsha is a native Tennessean, graduating from Antioch High School and Middle Tennessee State University. She lives in Nashville with her husband and 2 daughters. Marsha has been employed by Metro Nashville Public Schools for 35 years. In her […]
Calcium & Vitamin D: What is their relationship to Parkinson’s (PD)?
By Kate Fiorianti | June 18, 2021 Calcium and Vitamin D are nutrients that are an important part to a healthy diet, but do they play a role in PD management? Studies have found that a deficiency in serum levels of Vitamin D is common among approximately half of individuals living with PD. In addition, lower levels […]
Peterson Foundation for Parkinson’s Hosts 3rd Annual Navigating the Parkinson’s Path
By Kate Fiorianti | June 9, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Follow Peterson Foundation for Parkinson’s on Facebook: @PetersonFoundation For the third year the Peterson Foundation for Parkinson’s will host their annual Expo Navigating the Parkinson’s Path: Insights and Information for Improved Living. The half-day event, designed to educate, engage and empower the Parkinson’s community, will be held on […]
Tips for Cooking with Parkinson’s
By Kate Fiorianti | June 2, 2021 “There is no sincerer love than the love of food.” -George Bernard Shaw Enjoying a meal is a simple pleasure in life. When we cook and eat, we use many complex motor skills without thinking. For someone living with Parkinson’s preparing or enjoying a meal may become challenging, frustrating, or […]
Exercise and Parkinson’s
By Kate Fiorianti | April 28, 2021 Exercise is an important part of anyone living a healthy lifestyle. For people living with Parkinson’s Disease exercise is medicine! Engaging in regular exercise and physical activity is an essential component to maintaining balance, mobility, and activities of daily life for Parkinson’s patients. Studies have linked exercise to a reduced […]
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
By Kate Fiorianti | March 25, 2021 April is Parkinson’s Awareness month. This month is all about raising awareness about Parkinson’s and the available resources developed to make life better for people living with Parkinson’s, their care partners, family members and friends. Did you Know? April was chosen as Parkinson’s Awareness month to honor James Parkinson and […]
