Preparing for your doctor’s appointment to get the most out of them
February 28, 2025
Presented by Sarah Chen, Rush University. This virtual session also includes updates for Care Partner research
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U-Step Neuro Walker – September 22, 2023
Additional information from U-Step.
How to choose the right Neuro Walker
U-Step Neuro Walker Ordering Instructions
Two forms (updated in 2023) to simplify the process of getting Medicare coverage for the U-Step Neuro Walker. The Detailed Order / Prescription form should answer questions about conditions / criteria for Medicare reimbursement:
Guide for Prescribing the U-Step 2 Walking Stabilizer
Detailed Order / Prescription
For those who have financial challenges, here is the link to the Melvin Weinstein Parkinson’s Foundation application for help to acquire the U-Step Neuro Walker. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at (800) 558-7837.
U-Step Neuro Walker – September 22, 2023
Additional information from U-Step.
How to choose the right Neuro Walker
U-Step Neuro Walker Ordering Instructions
Two forms (updated in 2023) to simplify the process of getting Medicare coverage for the U-Step Neuro Walker. The Detailed Order / Prescription form should answer questions about conditions / criteria for Medicare reimbursement:
Guide for Prescribing the U-Step 2 Walking Stabilizer
Detailed Order / Prescription
For those who have financial challenges, here is the link to the Melvin Weinstein Parkinson’s Foundation application for help to acquire the U-Step Neuro Walker. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at (800) 558-7837.
Speech Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease – August 25, 2023
Members can expect to learn:
- Common voice, swallow, and cognitive changes related to Parkinson’s
- Different speech therapy interventions and approaches
- SPEAK OUT! therapy and outcomes
Estate Planning Essentials – April 28, 2023
Attorneys Skip Reynolds and Sue Mickus will present on the essentials of estate planning – both during life and upon death. During life, individuals can provide trusted agents or family members instructions and powers of attorney to handle their financial and medical affairs if they cannot manage or make decisions on their own. Establishing plans for administration of your estate upon death help important people in your life know how you would like your estate administered and distributed.
Important Considerations Regarding Driving with Parkinson’s
August 26, 2022
What you’ll learn during this discussion:
- How can Parkinson’s impact driving skills
- Should you be evaluated, what the DMV expectations are
- Can modifying driving make it less challenging and safer
CBD 101: Overview of Cannabidiol with Dr. Dorninger, ND, Lac
July 22, 2022
- The science behind how cannabidiol works in the body intertwined with evidence from medical and peer-reviewed studies
- Questions about Parkinson’s Disease symptoms and how you may be able to find relief with CBD
- Learn about CBD dosing and contraindications and how to source CBD that is third-party tested to guarantee purity, potency and quality