Every patient with Parkinson’s disease does not experience the same problems. For example, some people have prominent tremors that interfere with daily activities, whereas others shake very little or not at all. One of the symptoms that might occur after many years after developing Parkinson’s disease is known as “freezing of gait”. What is “freezing […]
A Gift Like No Other
Having Parkinson ’s disease means being aware, indeed self-conscious, of one’s physical limitations and abnormalities. Some are subtle, some painfully obvious. If friends and relatives don’t realize something is amiss after their first encounter with you as a patient, they surely will in due course. Symptoms like overall slowness of motion, difficulty getting up from […]
Walk Off Parkinson’s Logo Created To Inspire
Since 2005, the tulip has been recognized worldwide as a symbol for Parkinson’s Disease. Many organizations involved with the Parkinson’s community use a variation on the tulip. PFNCA’s Walk Off Parkinson’s logo tells an important story. While there is no cure for Parkinson’s, those with it can take steps to live well with the disease. […]
The Important Meaning Behind Amp’s Attire — PFNCA’s Mascot Helps Raise Awareness
Did you know that lots of thought went into the creation of the uniform for PFNCA’s mascot Amp? Read on to learn more about the important meaning behind Amp’s attire. Front of Amp’s Jersey Since 2005, the tulip has been recognized worldwide as a symbol for Parkinson’s Disease. Many organizations involved with the Parkinson’s community […]
Meet PFNCA Yoga Instructor Carl Schuetz
Carl Schuetz has a long career in teaching. He changed his teaching focus to yoga following a diagnosis of PD when he found that his yoga practice brought an improvement to his attitude and outward appearance. The experience was so positive and encouraging that he started earning yoga certifications with an eye toward helping others. […]
Welcome to PFNCA’s New Website
Recently, PFNCA launched its new website. The new site has many improvements including Program listings feature options to search by city and state allowing you to easily find the programs that are closest to you. Registration and Schedule Updates sections are more easily accessible. A Get Help system has been added allowing you to chat […]
PFNCA Support Group Specialist Leon Paparella Shares His Thoughts on Health, Parents and Parkinson’s
In my nuclear Italian-American family, I am the youngest of two children and the only son, my sister being two-and-a-half years older. Throughout my childhood and early life I seemed to have been the focus of excessive concern and worry. Over-protective would be an apt description of my parents attention to my well-being. I resented […]
Highlights from Walk Off Parkinson’s 2017
Walk Off Parkinson’s was held to benefit the Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area on September 24, 2017 at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. More than 1,000 people attended the program, which included an inspirational community walk, educational lectures by Movement Disorder Specialists, exercise demonstrations and more. As of October 4, 2017, […]
Walk off Parkinson’s 2017 Sponsors
Many area businesses and national corporations sponsored Walk Off Parkinson’s in 2017. Please take a moment to review this impressive list of sponsors. Without their support, PFNCA would not be able to fulfill its mission. We invite you to join us in thanking our sponsors. These sponsors are committed to helping people live well with […]
Amp Marches in Labor Day Parade in Kensington, Maryland
PFNCA’s mascot Amp marched in the Kensington, Maryland Labor Day parade. He was joined by several people facing Parkinson’s who attend PFNCA programs. Amp travels around the region to help raise awareness of Parkinson’s Disease and how to live well with it. He stresses the importance of exercise, speaking louder and learning. To learn more […]
Highlights from the 2017 PFNCA Defiance Luncheon
Fox Hill Residences hosted the 2017 PFNCA Defiance Luncheon on May 2nd. More than 70 people who attended 50 or more PFNCA program sessions last year were honored during the event. Special thanks to Fox Hill for their support of the PFNCA Defiance Luncheon.
PFNCA Support Group Specialist Leon Paparella Reflects on One Group Surpassing 800 Sessions
PFNCA Support Group Specialist Leon Paparella took a moment to reflect on the 800th session of a support group he has led in Arlington, Virginia… Since I wrote my first article on this subject (July 2004), much time and more than 800 sessions have passed, of this psychosocial therapy group for people with Parkinson’s. Many […]
PFNCA Emeritus Board Member Susan Hamburger Reflects on Her Experiences with Parkinson’s and PFNCA
Recently, PFNCA Emeritus Board Member Susan Hamburger sat down and reflected on her experiences with Parkinson’s and PFNCA. Tell us about you and your husband’s experience facing Parkinson’s. My husband Stan was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 45 and lived with it for 27 years. In the beginning we spent a lot […]
Meet Learie Phillip
Retired D.C. Public Schools Principal Learie Phillip has been fighting back against Parkinson’s since he was diagnosed more than ten years ago. He regularly a PFNCA Exercise for Parkinson’s program near his home. “The program focuses on the total body and mind. The intensity level of the instructor is remarkable,” he says. Phillip, who is […]
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