by Ava Butler | Jun 30, 2019 | Assisted living, Parkinson's
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), with Parkinson’s Foundation, AbbVie Inc., ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Acorda Therapeutics, Adamas Pharmaceuticals, and Biogen Inc., along with American Parkinson Disease Association and The Parkinson Alliance commissioned a new study...
by Ava Butler | Jun 6, 2019 | Assisted living, Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's
To keep track of Richard’s most important activities and accomplishments of the day, we use a weekly sticker chart. Dr. Pam, Richard’s psychic healer, had this idea, and we have expanded upon it. It’s a great way for me to keep tabs on how each day and night are...
by Ava Butler | May 25, 2019 | Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's
Richard was a fine basketball player. He started with the varsity team when he was a freshman in high school, and it was his passion. His friend George put it this way: “Richard did things that no one else did. Hit the open man, dribble through any defense, and hand...
by Ava Butler | May 20, 2019 | Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's
I highly recommend Treasures in the Darkness: Extending the Early Stage of Lewy Body Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s Disease by Pat Snyder. This is a memoir with lots of practical advice, especially in the final chapters. I especially like Pat’s neurologist,...
by Ava Butler | Apr 27, 2019 | Companion animals, Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's
28 April 2016 Several friends and even doctors have been saying that Richard should have a companion dog. My response has always been the same: hell no. I hate dogs. OK, hate is a strong word. How about despise? Let’s just say I don’t like dogs. In general, Richard...
