January 16, 2012

A CAREGIVER’S BILL OF RIGHTS I have the right: 1. To take care of myself. This is not an act of selfishness; it will give me...

January 16, 2012

We were not born knowing how to communicate with a person with dementia; however, we can learn. Improving communication skills will help make caregiving less...

January 10, 2012

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is an abnormal increase of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain’s ventricles, or cavities. It occurs if the normal flow...

January 10, 2012

MULTIPLE SYSTEM ATROPHY (MSA) is so named because its signs and symptoms affect multiple parts of the body. It was previously called Shy-Drager syndrome...

January 10, 2012

What are MOTOR NEURON DISEASES (MND)? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also called Lou Gehrig’s disease Progressive bulbar palsy, also called progressive bulbar atrophy Pseudobulbar palsy Primary lateral sclerosis...

January 10, 2012

Progressive supranuclear palsy Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare brain disorder that causes serious and progressive problems with control of gait and balance, along...

January 2, 2012

Each year Jo Rosen invites several Military Personnel for Christmas Dinner. Many are far away from ome, unable to be with their families so Jo opens...

December 1, 2011

Proudly support the Parkinson’s Resource Organization by buying stamps with the PRO logo. Show the world you care while raising awareness. Provided by stamps.com. 20...

December 1, 2011

A Tail of Two Cats is the tale written by two cats who lived with the author after she had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s...

December 1, 2011

Parkinson’s Disease and Me is an account of a woman diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and her ability to mentally accept and...

November 30, 2011

Did you know that your vision is directly affected by your posture and balance? Did you know that your posture and balance can cause changes...

November 30, 2011

As we pass through another year we count our blessings and honor those we will miss forever. I have so many, and just recently...

November 20, 2011

An inspiring story about Eric Edney and his battle with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), this is the trailer to a documentary that shows ALS...

November 1, 2011

Fall is here and our thoughts begin to focus on the Holidays.  May I be one of the first to wish our Parkinson's community...

October 5, 2011

Washington, D.C. – The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) is proud to present its 2011 Elder Leadership Award to Jo Rosen, Palm Desert,...