Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects many systems of the body, but it is often referred to as a “movement disorder” because of the impaired or involuntary movements it can cause.
It is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, with global estimates suggesting that more than 10 million people are now living with Parkinson’s disease. Like many health conditions, the keys to living well include education, access to support and meaningful social connections with others who understand the experience.
Lee Health offers all of that and more through our comprehensive Parkinson Program, featuring personalized navigation, education, movement classes, peer-to-peer enrichment groups, and social opportunities. Free to join, the program brings people together to share experiences, learn from experts, and discover ways to live well with Parkinson’s disease and related movement disorders.
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and our team is proud to offer several opportunities to celebrate resilience, share resources, and provide hope and encouragement for those living with Parkinson’s, including:
These are just a few of the many opportunities available through the Lee Health Parkinson Program—a point of pride for our organization. Through the expertise, passion, and collaboration of our team, the program has helped more than 3,000 people in Lee County experience fuller lives through support, education, movement, and connection.
To learn more, visit LeeHealth.org/ParkinsonProgram.
Larry Antonucci, M.D., MBA is the president & CEO of Lee Health, Southwest Florida’s major destination for health care offering acute care, emergency care, rehabilitation and diagnostic services, health and wellness education, and community outreach and advocacy programs. Visit LeeHealth.org to learn more.
This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: Lee Health: Parkinson program – Support, movement and connection
Reporting by Larry Antonucci, M.D., MBA, President & CEO of Lee Health / Naples Daily News
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