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Education Classes
Calgary
Parkinson Alberta Society (PAS) has, for a number of years, recognized the valuable work that is being done by the Living Well with a Chronic Condition Program offered through Alberta Health Services in Calgary. This program is an exercise, education and self-management program for individuals with chronic conditions. In the spring of 2009 Parkinson's disease was incorporated into their programming.The goal of the program is to provide high quality; client centered education so that the management of chronic conditions improves in our region. PAS and the Movement Disorders Program role is to provide the high quality professional expertise to deliver the education. We are offering three free classes which will be available in the Fall and the Spring of every year.
The six classes offered are:
- Parkinson's Social Interaction, Memory and Concentration -- How PD affects your thinking (short term memory, problem solving, multi-tasking) and ways to compensate for those changes in order to maintain your level of social interaction.
- Parkinson's Medication -- You will learn about the medications you take for PD and why.
- Parkinson's Balance and Mobility -- Why balance and mobility are affected by PD and tips and strategies to improve balance and mobility.
- Parkinson's Speech and Swallowing -- You will learn the anatomy and physiology of normal speech production and swallowing and when to see a speech pathologist.
- Parkinson's Planning for the Future -- You will learn how household finances are impacted and what help and resources are available. Advanced Care Planning is also discussed.
- PD 101 For Newly Diagnosed
To register for any class call 403-9-HEALTH (403 943-2584).
These classes are for people diagnosed with Parkinson disease and their families. It is important to register early as the class sizes are small.
Edmonton and Area
COMPASS
Offered by Alberta Caregivers Association and Parkinson Alberta Society
Nine sessions designed to help Caregivers deal with the emotional strain of caring for family members or friends living with challenges due to illness, disability or age.Topics include: managing stress, knowing your capacities, the emotional journey, dealing with guilt, sharing the care, and putting yourself first.
Edmonton
When: Wednesdays, October 19 to November 30, 2011
10:00 am to Noon
Where: Strathcona County Family and Community Services
200, 501 Festival Ave (Second Floor, Community Centre)
Cost: $20.00 (Manual cost)
To register: Strathcona County Family and Community Services
Call 780-464-4044 or on-line at www.strathcona.ab.ca
OR
Alberta Caregivers Association
Call 780-453-5088 or on-line at www.albertacaregivers.org
Calgary
When: Wednesdays, October 19 to November 30, 2011
1:00pm to 3:00 pm
Where: Grace Presbyterian Church,
1009 15th Avenue SW
Cost: $20.00 (Manual cost)
To register: Call 403- 243-9901 or contact Harle at hburnett@parkinsonalberta.ca
Across the Province
If you or your group would like to host a presentation about Parkinson Disease please contact: Barb Foxall, Director of Client Services
780-425-6400 or by email: bfoxall@parkinsonalberta.ca
We can tailor the presentation to your needs and to the demographics of the group.