[Pam]

My husband with PD and I participate in a monthly support group for those with PD.  We enjoy the ideas that are shared by those who face similar issues and are grateful that we don’t have some of the issues that others are struggling with.

As a care partner, I participate in several care partner support groups (each of them once a month).  I always come away from the sessions knowing that my feelings and struggles are shared by others and with some ideas for addressing current issues and resources for issues we are likely to face in the future.

[Pam]

I recently attended (via Zoom) a series of programs from the Parkinson Foundation for caregivers.  The Mindful Mondays were especially helpful – learning brief meditation practices.  Check them out at Parkinson.org/Summit.  They were held in May 2021 (this month).

 

[Pam]

I’ve recently learned about brining chicken before cooking it.  It’s basically putting the raw chicken (I usually use boneless, skinless breasts, but other parts would also work) in a salt solution for at least 10 minutes.  This makes the chicken juicier and more tender when it’s cooked.  It’s much easier for my husband to chew and swallow.