Pearls for Parkinson's with Dacy Reimer

Visual Hallucinations

Pearls for Parkinson's: Tips for Daily Living with PD.  To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZATxRp5cLGI Visual hallucinations can be one of the more confusing and isolating symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease. While not everyone experiences them, they are more common than many people realize and can range from seeing shadows or movement in the corner of your eye to seeing people, animals, or objects that aren’t there. In this week’s Pearls for Parkinson’s, we discuss what visual hallucinations are, why they can occur in Parkinson’s disease, and practical strategies that may help manage them. Most importantly, we encourage open conversations with your healthcare team, as treatment options and support are available. If you or someone you care about has experienced visual hallucinations, know that you are not alone. Listen to this week’s episode for insight, understanding, and practical tips. To support more programs like this: https://wiparkinson.app.neoncrm.com/forms/support-pearls4pd Wisconsin Parkinson Association  website: https://wiparkinson.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wiparkinson facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wiparkinson/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiparkinson/

Making Your Cell Phone Work for You

Pearls for Parkinson's: Tips for Daily Living with PD.  To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nryKChbzaj8 Your cell phone can be more than a way to stay connected - it can be a powerful tool to help make daily life with Parkinson’s a little easier. In this week’s Pearls for Parkinson’s, we share simple ways to use your phone to work for you. Small technology adjustments can help reduce stress, increase confidence, and promote independence. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with Parkinson’s for years, there may be features on your phone you haven’t discovered yet. Tune in to this week’s episode and learn practical tips to make your cell phone work for you.  To support more programs like this: https://wiparkinson.app.neoncrm.com/forms/support-pearls4pd Wisconsin Parkinson Association  website: https://wiparkinson.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wiparkinson facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wiparkinson/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiparkinson/

Let's Talk About Intimacy

Pearls for Parkinson's: Tips for Daily Living with PD.  To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FhqS_ejr1Dk Parkinson’s can affect many aspects of life - including intimacy and close relationships - but it’s a topic that often goes unspoken. Changes in movement, fatigue, mood, sleep, medications, and confidence can all influence intimacy. The good news is that these challenges are common, and there are ways to navigate them together. In this week’s Pearls for Parkinson’s, we’re having an honest conversation about intimacy, communication, and maintaining meaningful connections while living with Parkinson’s. 🎧 Tune in to this week’s episode for practical tips and encouragement. To support more programs like this: https://wiparkinson.app.neoncrm.com/forms/support-pearls4pd Wisconsin Parkinson Association  website: https://wiparkinson.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wiparkinson facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wiparkinson/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiparkinson/

Grandparenting with PD

Pearls for Parkinson's: Tips for Daily Living with PD.  To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lkaM5Kj6RRg Grandchildren don’t need perfection or endless energy - they need you.  This week on Pearls for Parkinson’s, we talk about meaningful ways to stay connected with younger and adult grandchildren when Parkinson’s changes stamina or energy. To support more programs like this: https://wiparkinson.app.neoncrm.com/forms/support-pearls4pd Wisconsin Parkinson Association  website: https://wiparkinson.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wiparkinson facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wiparkinson/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiparkinson/

Getting In and Out of the Car

Pearls for Parkinson's: Tips for Daily Living with PD.  To watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TMTCmbMIlbs Sometimes the hardest part of the outing isn’t where you’re going - it’s getting in and out of the car. This week on Pearls for Parkinson’s, we share simple tips for easier transfers, less stiffness during rides, medication timing, and tools that can make travel more manageable. Small strategies can make a big difference.  To support more programs like this: https://wiparkinson.app.neoncrm.com/forms/support-pearls4pd Wisconsin Parkinson Association  website: https://wiparkinson.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wiparkinson facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wiparkinson/ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiparkinson/