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The Parkinson's Group | ||||||||||||||||
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Day Therapy Centre conducts a special program for people living in the community who have Parkinson’s Disease. | ||||||||||||||||
| We have a Parkinson’s Group, meeting every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 12 noon. Sessions are conducted by our Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and Speech Pathologist. | |||||||||||||||||
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To present and discuss communication problems with Parkinson's Disease | ||||||||||||||||
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To learn exercises for maintaining speech and to practise these at home | ||||||||||||||||
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To learn strategies to use in everyday communication situations | ||||||||||||||||
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To learn strategies for coping with swallowing difficulties | ||||||||||||||||
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To facilitate functioning and independence in activities of daily living | ||||||||||||||||
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To reinforce self-esteem and confidence | ||||||||||||||||
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To raise awareness of aids for daily living, exercises and safety | ||||||||||||||||
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To improve and maintain posture | ||||||||||||||||
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To give advice on walking aids to ensure safe and efficient walking | ||||||||||||||||
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To provide mutual support for clients and carers | ||||||||||||||||
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To provide a forum for clients and carers to discuss their concerns and share information | ||||||||||||||||
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What is Parkinson's Disease? | ||||||||||||||||
| Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurological disease.The main symptoms are: | |||||||||||||||||
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Tremor (or shaking) | ||||||||||||||||
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Slowness of movement | ||||||||||||||||
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Rigidity (or stiffness of the muscles) | ||||||||||||||||
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Difficulty starting movement | ||||||||||||||||
| Parkinson’s
Disease can affect all normal movements including walking, talking,
writing, swallowing and day to day activities. People who have Parkinson’s Disease are affected in different ways. Some people experience problems with memory and thought processes, while for others the problems are mainly with movements. |
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How Can Therapy Help? | ||||||||||||||||
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with medical management, i.e. regular monitoring by doctor/neurologist
and taking appropriate medication, therapy can help to maintain skills
and promote independence.
People who attend our groups find it helps to share their concerns with other people who really understand – because they also have Parkinson’s Disease. Twice each year, group members and their families are invited to attend a Parkinson’s Information Day, which includes a speaker from Parkinson’s Victoria. We also offer special sessions for carers of people with Parkinson’s Disease. |
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Who Can Attend? | ||||||||||||||||
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Cost | ||||||||||||||||
| A small fee is charged for this service. Information on the cost can be obtained by telephoning the Day Therapy Centre on 9845-3114. If there is a problem of financial hardship, Strathdon Community will be happy to negotiate alternative arrangements regarding the cost. | |||||||||||||||||
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Who Do I Contact? | ||||||||||||||||
| After obtaining
a referral from your Doctor contact: Community Services Program Administrative Assistant 9 Jolimont Road Forest Hill, 3131 Victoria Business Hours: 9845 – 3114 After Hours: 9845 – 3110 |
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