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Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Meeting |
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Tuesday, 13 November 2007 |
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The local Parkinson’s disease support group will
host a presentation by Barry Smith, Coordinator of the Mother Lode Office of
Disability Resource Agency for Independent Living or DRAIL. According to the National Parkinson
Foundation, the disease is a brain disorder where certain brain cells die or
become impaired. Normally, these cells produce
the chemical dopamine, which allows smooth, coordinated movement. When about 80 percent of the dopamine-producing
cells are damaged, the symptoms of Parkinson's appear, including tremors,
slowness, rigidity, poor balance, small and cramped handwriting, muffled speech
and depression.
According
to the foundation, 1.5 million Americans have Parkinson's disease. The Amador County Parkinson’s
Disease and neurological disorder support group "Living well with Parkinson’s...What's shakin'?'
will meet on Thursday, November 15 from 10 am – 12 noon at the Calvary Chapel Patio
Building in Pine Grove.
DRAIL Coordinator Barry Smith will present a program detailing the many services offered to empower
people with disabilities to achieve personal goals through independence and
choice. DRAIL promotes and implements the concept of independent living
by aiding persons with disabilities to obtain the tools they need to be
self-sufficient. Patients, caregivers and family members of anyone with a
disability are invited and encouraged to attend to learn about the many
services available in Amador
County through this
agency. For questions, contact
Sarah Johnson, Director, proACTIVE Parkinson’s project, at 296.2575.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 27 November 2007 )
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