Published Oct. 12, 2021
The University of Louisiana Monroe Gerontology program will present a free virtual
education and training program on Parkinson’s Disease Management from 8:30 a.m.-noon
on Wednesday, Oct. 13, and Thursday, Oct. 14.
The two, four-hour sessions are via Zoom, and the link will be provided upon registration. To register, e-mail Anita Sharma, Ph.D., at asharma@ulm.edu. Sharma is director of ULM Gerontology and project director for the Parkinson’s training.
A Parkinson's Foundation Community Grant funds the program. Anyone whose life has
been touched by Parkinson’s is welcome to participate. Certificates of completion
will be available upon request.
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder causing tremors, difficulty walking,
balance problems, and other issues. The disease is progressive, and there is no cure.
Medical options vary, including surgery and medications.
“It is important to educate the patients, their formal and informal caregivers, families,
and the general community about the diagnosis, prognosis, symptoms, and treatments
for Parkinson’s Disease so that we can improve the quality of life of patients,” Sharma
said.
Topics
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Understanding Parkinson’s Disease
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Nutrition
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Physical, music, and exercise therapy
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A session presented by someone diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
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A session focusing on family members affected by Parkinson's Disease
For more information, contact Sharma at asharma@ulm.edu.
