Parkinson Social NetworkSummertime is Travel Time
Now that summer is well under way, quite a few of our friends are out and about in other states and countries. This past week I’ve been enjoying hearing from a group of ladies who are exploring British Columbia and Alberta on the Rocky Mountaineer. This is particularly special to me as I toured much of the same area 40 years ago. I’ve been looking at old family photos and wondering how the scenery has changed for my friends. They tell me it is still quite spectacular and I’m looking forward to hearing about their adventures. Back then I had just moved to Edmonton, Alberta, and our intrepid traveler friend from the U.K, Andy (he visited us here in Northern Virginia in April) visited Edmonton this week. I’m having fun seeing the photos of one of my home towns that he’s posting on Facebook.
The photo above is one my mother took as we were leaving a town on our trip in 1968. She just thought the sign was the funniest thing and had to take a photo of it. Back then, she used a camera, and film had to be developed and color was more expensive than black and white. Do you remember those days? I really love the convenience of being able to capture memories with my phone.
Which leads me to our theme this month at most of our cafes – travel! Last summer when we talked about travel, I collected all kinds of great tips which I posted on our website on our Traveling With Parkinson’s page. I’m looking forward to hearing from you again this month and adding lots more tips and suggestions! Let’s have some fun by wearing your favorite t-shirt or hat from a special place you’ve been. Or do you have a couple of special travel photos you’d like to share and tell us the stories behind them?
Local Rising Star
The other day when I was out running errands, I happened to glance up at the TV screen and saw a familiar face. Sure enough, it was Chuck Linderman, a gentleman who joins us at Cafe Alexandria. Chuck was profiled as a Rising Star on local TV station WJLA and this news piece shows how he keeps moving by rowing on the Anacostia River. Click here to see the video. Thanks for the inspiration, Chuck!
Volunteers Sought
I’ve been sent information about a Parkinson’s Technology Pilot that might be of interest to you. Please click here to check out the NewTouch Digital flyer and for contact information.
Hope to see you out and about soon! Will it be at Cafe McLean next Wednesday?
Cheers,
Sonia
email: Sonia@ParkinsonSocialNetwork.org
Speaking of Exercise . . .
Where did Out & About go this week?
Cafe Ashburn – June 27
We enjoyed another yummy lunch with donuts (especially appreciated) and sandwiches provided by our hosts at the Tribute at One Loudoun. The conversation centered mostly around the different ways people stay active and keep moving – some were with Parkinson specific exercise classes and therapy, but many others weren’t. In a couple of cases, people were at either end of the moving process, and were experiencing the difficulties of a change in routine. We’ve talked about exercise at all our cafes this month because of our icebreaker question and I was happy to hear that people not only realize the importance of staying active but even enjoy it!
Speaking of exercise . . . Boxing! Alec at Rock Steady Boxing NoVa is organizing a class in Loudoun County (Ashburn, Sterling or Dulles). He’s creating a waiting list, so if you’re interested in attending a class in this area, please contact Alec at 571.730.8553 or nova@rsbaffiliate.com.
Inova’s Movement Disorders team – June 20
Last night I attended an education session with the Doctors Rogers and Falconer. We were introduced to PDCoach, a “new app that uses innovative artificial intelligence to provide you with ongoing support.” While the audience was working out how to download the app, the doctors answered questions. One question was about what other medical professionals should people include on their team apart from a movement disorder specialist? Suggestions were for the three kinds of therapists – physical, speech, and occupational – as well as seeing specialists for gastrointestinal issues and mood. However, your movement disorder specialist would be able to recommend what kind of specialists to add to your team, and to oversee treatment for all.
And if you’re finding it difficult to get out . . .
Dance for PD® has released it’s latest monthly streamed class! The June 2018 class is taught by Mark Morris Dance Group company members Sam Black and Lesley Garrison. Click here to view and move to the music. If you enjoyed this class, click here to check out their archive for more!
Hope to see you out and about soon!
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