Living with Parkinson's Disease

Course Description:

Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects a person’s nervous system, having a significant impact on their quality of life. As the disease is progressive, people with Parkinson’s are often living in care facilities. There is not yet a cure for Parkinson’s disease.

This course explores the symptoms of Parkinson’s and outlines a variety of strategies that staff can implement to improve quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s Disease.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify strategies to support nutrition and hydration
• Identify strategies to support speech and swallowing changes
• Identify strategies to support mobility
• Identify strategies to support activities of daily living
• Identify strategies to support emotional well-being
  

Who is this course appropriate for:

This course is appropriate for all staff.

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