How are you affected by social distancing? One of our members feels like her days are flying by and she just can’t get motivated to do things that need to be done. There is also the anxiety that comes with going to the store or taking a walk outside, the accompaning fear of being less […]
Virtual Meetings
Welcome to the Virtual Meeting Age! We are not really social distancing; we are physically distancing from each other. Through the wonders of the Internet, we can still socialize with one another and hold our monthly meetings. Our last meeting on April 1 was held online. It was good to see those of you who logged on. […]
Meeting Notes, Upcoming Meetings (and cancellation), COVID-19 Information & Updates
UPDATE: Based on the medical opinion of Dr. Sean Rogers, our scheduled April 1 speaker, the April meeting has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus. March Meeting Notes: Our March 4 meeting began with a brief discussion of the PFNCA Symposium on Saturday, April 18th. The PFNCA website has detailed information and an easy […]
March Meeting Announcement and Music Workshops Information
Welcome March! Hoping that spring is right around the corner. Our upcoming meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, March 4, 1:00-3:00 p.m. March’s meeting shall be a time of group sharing. What is utmost on your mind? Of most importance to you right now? What are you concerned about, copying with, handling well, need to talk about? Since […]
Exercise and Other Resources (as requested by members)
DPI Adaptive Fitness Training Center (located at the corner of Chain Bridge Road and Eaton Place in Fairfax) offers a Rock Steady Boxing Parkinson’s program on Mondays, Wednesday and Friday mornings beginning at 10:10 a.m., and on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ($25 per class). They also offer monthly rates and various membership […]
February Meeting Notes–The Effects of Parkinson’s on Vision
We welcomed Neuro-Development Optometrist, Dr. John W. Dresely, Jr., as our guest speaker at our February 5th meeting. He used to see mostly children in his practice, but increasingly sees more adults with brain injuries, strokes, and neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s. Anything that affects brain function usually affects vision in some way. Parkinson’s disease […]
January Meeting Notes–Joy Mclaughlin, PT–All About Balance
We welcomed physical therapist Joy Mclaughlin as our guest speaker to our January 15 meeting (delayed a week due to snow). In addition to being LSVT-BIG therapy certified, we learned from the introduction prepared by one of our members that Joy is also hula hoop certified! Joy began her talk by defining BALANCE, per Webster’s Dictionary, […]
February Meeting Announcement & News and Notes
Time sure is flying! Our February meeting date is approaching quickly: Date: Wednesday February 5 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM Speaker: Dr. John W. Dresely Dr. Dresely is a Developmental Optometrist with an office in Chantilly, Virginia. His specialty is vision therapy. He […]
Free Yoga and Dance for PD Class Offerings
A couple of classes that have been sent our way for sharing: Through a special partnership with The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and RxRelax, Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services is offering FREE Reeve-RxRelax Adaptive Yoga Classes on Tuesday evenings January, February and March (except March 24) from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Little River Glen Senior […]
January Meeting Reminder and Online Class Information
NOTE DUE TO THE SNOW, THIS MEETING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THE FOLLOWING WEEK, WEDNESDAY JANUARY 15. A quick reminder that our meeting is next Wednesday, January 8, with guest speaker Joy Mclaughin, Physical Therapist, who will be talking about balance. Bring your questions! Joy has lots of experience working with people with Parkinson’s. Also Laurie K Mischley, […]