Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson's Foundation

Did you know we have a documentary? We created this to tell `the incredible stories of three of our members. We want you to see how they navigate their everyday lives and show that a Parkinson's Disease (PD) diagnosis is not the end of the world. We also show how we work with people affected by PD, their caregivers, and their families through different kinds of therapy, community support, and advocacy. 📢 This documentary is on our YouTube channel (link in bio), so watch it and share it with your friends. We will appreciate it greatly. P.S. We are curating a Parkinson's Disease resource for YOU! Want access to it? Comment RESOURCE!  • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle 

A Parkinson's Disease diagnosis is not the end of a fulfilling life - that is an important fact we want everyone living with PD to understand and believe. This month's support group session promises to be a beautiful conversation on the many ways everyone living with PD can dream and live to their fullest potential. We will be sharing the stories of some iconic people thriving with a PD diagnosis and how you can do the same! Attendance is free so join us at 11am virtually at https://buff.ly/3ZFtmcl. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

SAVE THIS POST❗Parkinson’s disease is a complex and progressive disorder that can be managed, especially with early diagnosis and proper rehabilitative care. In our LinkedIn newsletter, we have shared a detailed article that breaks down the five stages of PD using the Hoehn and Yahr scale. Read it here: https://buff.ly/3BPkQOi Our goal is to help everyone understand the general framework for how the disease progresses; however, note that the experience of symptoms can vary widely between individuals. Do read the article and let us know your thoughts. Also, remember that we want to help you better understand Parkinson’s Disease, so we are answering your questions; ask them here: buff.ly/3z1j6Ax. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

Parkinson’s disease is a complex and progressive disorder that can be managed, especially with early diagnosis and proper rehabilitative care. In this article, we break down the five stages of PD using the Hoehn and Yahr scale. Our goal is to help everyone understand the general framework for how the disease progresses; however, note that the experience of symptoms can vary widely between individuals. Please read the article and let us know your thoughts. Also, remember that we want to help you better understand Parkinson’s Disease, so we are answering your questions; ask them here: bit.ly/AskAboutPD. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

Swipe to see some images captured at the 2024 #Move4PD awareness walk. While it has been a few months, we still warmly remember it and its overall effect on helping everyday Nigerians have a more robust understanding of Parkinson's Disease. We are aware of the vital role of movement; as such, we host physically active programs such as #Move4PD alongside symposiums and webinars. In light of this, we are preparing excitedly for the Walking Football Tournament hosted in partnership with Parkinson's Africa, where our energetic members play a modified version of walking football that heavily incorporates information and Parkinson's Disease. It is a wonderful way to learn and have fun, and as we count down to November, we are excited about all of it. We hope you will be attending the Walking Football Tournament too!😊

The experience of Parkinson's Disease can differ from person to person. Do not assume your case is the first one, do not assume your symptoms cannot be managed, and do not assume your symptoms are caused by Parkinson's Disease without visiting a neurologist first. Take advantage of the right resources and be intentional about being the warrior that you are. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

The September support group meeting starts at 11 a.m., and we cannot wait for you to join us! The topic is "Managing Depression and Anxiety in Parkinson’s Disease," and our facilitator is Dr. Nkemakolam Ndionuka, MD, FMCPsych, MPH, a consultant psychiatrist and the Executive Clinical Director at the Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Alliance. Have you been struggling with managing depression, apathy and anxiety alongside your Parkinson's diagnosis? This is a meeting you should not miss. In this meeting, we will learn various coping strategies and therapeutic interventions to help manage these disorders. So, even if you do not have Parkinson's disease but also struggle with depression, apathy and anxiety, you should tune in. There will be so much to learn. 📌 Join us at 11am virtually at https://buff.ly/3ZFtmcl. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

This Thursday, September 26th, we will be hosting the monthly support group meeting, and the topic is "Managing Depression and Anxiety in Parkinson’s Disease". It is common knowledge that Parkinson's Disease often leads to mood disorders like apathy, depression and anxiety. In this meeting, we will discuss various coping strategies and therapeutic interventions to help manage these disorders. Our facilitator is Dr. Nkemakolam Ndionuka, MD, FMCPsych, MPH, a consultant psychiatrist and the Executive Clinical Director at the Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Alliance. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

Sometimes, people tend to confuse Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonism, yet while they may be in the same group, they do not mean the same thing. In fact, it is essential to note that symptoms of Parkinsonism, like tremors and rigidity, do not immediately mean a person has Parkinson's disease because only a certified neurologist can give an accurate diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. ⚡ So, what are you wondering about Parkinson's Disease? Let's help you understand it better. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle

One of our goals in creating this documentary is to educate every Nigerian about Parkinson's disease. We wanted them to hear about the experience of those living with it. However, we need your help amplifying this message so that it can reach every Nigerian. If you wish to spotlight this documentary on your media platforms or stream it at corporate or personal events, kindly contact us here: comms@desaluparkinsonsfoundation.org. 📢 The documentary is available on our YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/dhAjCuXg. Share this post with your friends and tell others about Parkinson's Disease. • • • • #ADPF #ParkinsonsCare #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsLiving #PDWarrior #NigeriaPD #ParkinsonsResearch #HealthcareInAfrica #ParkinsonsAwareness #parkinsonsfighter #ThrivewithParkinsons #PDinNigeria #adpforg #SitToStand #WorldPDDay #ParkinsonsInAfrica #parkinsonscare #parkinsonssupport #parkinsonsdiseasefoundation #parkinsonsdisease #parkinsonswarrior #parkinsonsdiseaseawarenessmonth #parkinsonsfitness #parkinsonslifestyle