Parkinson’s Disease, a condition affecting the mind and body, has historically been treated solely as a motor disorder. When providing Parkinson’s Disease treatment, Occupational Therapists have traditionally addressed areas such as self-care, handwriting, and getting around a person’s everyday environment. Unfortunately, referrals for Occupational Therapy...

After you or a loved one has experienced a stroke there is a sense of shock that is evident. Questions such as, will I walk again without an assistive device, will I be able to cook for myself, will I use the restroom alone, or  will...

Productive Aging and Independence As we age, there is a fear that we will become dependent on others. We are fiercely independent creatures and requiring assistance from others can make us feel invalid. Occupational therapists (OT’s) specialize in supporting a person’s ability to remain as independent...

What is Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder due to damage at the nerve cells in the brain causing dopamine (a chemical in the brain) levels to drop. This drop leads to the symptoms seen in a person with PD. Some symptoms...