Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida

Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida Our mission is to provide proven and effective programs and services that improve the quality of life

Promoting quality of life for persons with Parkinson Disease and their care partners.

Today, the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida joins communities across the country in remembering the lives lo...
09/11/2026

Today, the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida joins communities across the country in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honoring the courage and sacrifice of the first responders, military members and everyday heroes who answered the call.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙

🍎🍯 Shana Tova! 🍯🍎The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida wishes all who celebrate Rosh Hashanah a happy and pea...
09/11/2026

🍎🍯 Shana Tova! 🍯🍎

The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida wishes all who celebrate Rosh Hashanah a happy and peaceful Jewish New Year.

May the year ahead bring health, happiness, peace and many sweet moments shared with family, friends and loved ones.

From our PASWFL family to yours, Shana Tova U’Metukah — a good and sweet new year! 💙

Ever walk into a room and forget why you're there — and wonder if it's "just aging" or something more with Parkinson's?H...
09/10/2026

Ever walk into a room and forget why you're there — and wonder if it's "just aging" or something more with Parkinson's?
Here's the truth: Parkinson's disease usually affects attention, processing speed, and word-finding more than memory itself. And there's real, good news — your brain can still change and adapt at any age (it's called neuroplasticity), and simple strategies like repetition, chunking, and visualization can make a real difference.
In our latest PD Talk recap, speech-language pathologist Judy Jenner breaks down what's normal, what's a warning sign worth mentioning to your neurologist, and the memory strategies that actually work.
📖 Read the full guide on our blog (link here and in comments) and learn how to protect your memory, starting today. https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/blog/memory-changes-in-parkinsons-disease-causes-warning-signs-strategies-that-help
💛 Like and follow this page — we post practical, expert-backed PD tips like this every week, plus free programs, support groups, and events from the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida.
Free and confidential membership is open to anyone touched by Parkinson's, anywhere — not just Southwest Florida. Learn more at www.paswfl.org or call 239-417-3465.

Did you know Parkinson's disease can affect more than movement — it can affect your bladder too?Urologist Dr. Rolando Ri...
09/10/2026

Did you know Parkinson's disease can affect more than movement — it can affect your bladder too?
Urologist Dr. Rolando Rivera recently joined PASWFL to explain why so many people with Parkinson's experience urgency, frequent bathroom trips, or nighttime waking — and the good news is, there are real solutions.
Here's what we learned: ✅ Parkinson's disrupts the nerve signals between your brain and bladder, which can cause an overactive OR underactive bladder ✅ Common symptoms include urgency, frequency, nocturia, and leakage ✅ Simple lifestyle changes (like limiting caffeine and timed bathroom breaks) can help ✅ Newer medications like Myrbetriq and Gemtesa are safe alternatives that won't interact with carbidopa-levodopa ✅ Advanced options like Botox and sacral nerve stimulation exist for tougher cases
You don't have to just "live with it." 💙
👉 Like and follow us so you never miss important Parkinson's education like this in your feed! We share free tips, upcoming programs, and expert talks every week.
📩 Sign up for our newsletter: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup-enews.html 🤝 Become a free member: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup.html 🌐 Learn more: https://www.paswfl.org 📞 239-417-3465

Did you know Parkinson's disease affects your VOICE, not just your movement?Up to 90% of people with Parkinson's experie...
09/09/2026

Did you know Parkinson's disease affects your VOICE, not just your movement?
Up to 90% of people with Parkinson's experience some degree of speech, voice, or swallowing change — a softer voice, slurred words, or trouble eating and drinking. The good news? Research shows speech exercise can slow this progression and help you stay confident, clear, and connected.
We sat down with speech-language pathologist Judy Jenner, MS, CCC, for a PD Talk all about it — and broke down the biggest takeaways on our blog. 👉 https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/blog/speech-exercise-parkinsons-why-it-matters
💙 PASWFL offers FREE speech exercise groups, multiple times a week, live on Zoom. No referral needed — and you don't have to live in Southwest Florida to join.
📞 Questions? Call us at 239-417-3465 or visit www.paswfl.org
Like & follow this page so you never miss vital PD education, program updates, and support resources in your feed. 💙

Did you know 1 in 6 people with Parkinson's disease experience an avoidable hospital complication? At a recent PD Talk, ...
09/09/2026

Did you know 1 in 6 people with Parkinson's disease experience an avoidable hospital complication?

At a recent PD Talk, Annie Brooks of the Parkinson's Foundation shared a sobering breakdown: of every 12 people with Parkinson's disease, about 4 will be hospitalized this year. Of those 4, 3 won't get their medication on time, every time. And of those 3, 2 will experience a complication as a direct result.

Why does this happen? Hospital staff often don't realize that Parkinson's medication timing is just as critical as insulin timing is for someone with diabetes; that common medications for pain, nausea, and psychosis can be unsafe for Parkinson's patients; or that symptoms like hallucinations and sudden blood pressure drops can be part of the disease itself.

The good news: the Parkinson's Foundation built a free toolkit for exactly this problem, called Aware in Care. It includes: ✅ A hospital fact sheet on medications to avoid ✅ A wallet-sized medical alert card ✅ A fillable medication form ✅ A pre-drafted doctor's letter for hospital staff

💛 Follow this page for more free, practical tips like these — we share real strategies from our PD Talks every week so you never miss the information that helps most.
For over 25 years, the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida has offered free education, support groups, and community connections to anyone touched by Parkinson's disease. No fees. No pressure. Just support. And membership isn't limited to Southwest Florida; it's open to anyone with PD, their care partners, or family members, wherever they live.

👉 Sign up for our newsletter: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup-enews.html
👉 Become a free, confidential member: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup.html
🌐 Learn more: https://www.paswfl.org 📞 239-417-3465

🧠 FREE PD Talk: Maintaining Behavioral ChangeCreating healthy habits is one thing — making them last is another. Join An...
09/08/2026

🧠 FREE PD Talk: Maintaining Behavioral Change

Creating healthy habits is one thing — making them last is another. Join Ann Fisher, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker, for an engaging discussion on practical strategies to overcome obstacles, stay motivated, and build lasting behavioral changes that support living well with Parkinson's disease.

Learn techniques to help you maintain positive lifestyle changes and improve your overall well-being.

📅 Date: September 23, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM
📝 Register by: September 21 @ 3:00 PM
🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mYsLjECjS_OkMSPUvXYXRw

This free educational session is perfect for people with Parkinson's, caregivers, and care partners looking for practical tools to support long-term wellness.

👉 Save your spot today — space is limited!

09/08/2026

Mingle & Share: A Parkinson’s (PD) Resource Fair - Naples

Looking for resources, support and new ways to live well with Parkinson’s? Join the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida for an uplifting and informative morning designed to connect you with local professionals, organizations and service providers.

📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026
⏰ 10 a.m.–Noon
📍 Hilton Naples | 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples
🎟️ $25 per person

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or navigating Parkinson’s alongside a care partner, this is a great opportunity to ask questions, discover helpful resources and explore products, therapies and services that can support wellness, mobility and quality of life.

Enjoy refreshments, meaningful conversations and the chance to mingle with others in the Parkinson’s community. 💙

👉 Learn more & register:
https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/mingle-share-a-pd-resource-fair.html

📞 Questions? Call 239-417-3465.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Mary C. Schoeffel at [email protected] or 239-417-3465.

Is your loved one with Parkinson's "not trying" to speak up — or is something else going on? 🧠Here's the truth: it's not...
09/07/2026

Is your loved one with Parkinson's "not trying" to speak up — or is something else going on? 🧠
Here's the truth: it's not laziness. Parkinson's disease changes how the brain monitors its own voice, so a person can be certain they're speaking clearly and loudly — even when they're not. Speech-language pathologist Judy Jenner compares it to driving with a broken speedometer: if your feedback is wrong, how could you judge your own speed?
Here's what really surprised us: research shows 66% of communication breakdowns between care partners and people with Parkinson's have nothing to do with speech clarity. They come down to habits like rushing, finishing sentences, or giving up too soon.
The good news? Small changes help a lot: ✅ Get their attention before you speak ✅ Stay 4–6 feet apart, face to face ✅ Use short, one-idea-at-a-time sentences ✅ Offer specific choices, not open-ended questions ✅ Skip hard conversations in the car
💛 Follow this page for more free, practical tips like these — we share real strategies from our PD Talks every week so you never miss the information that helps most.
For over 25 years, the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida has offered free programs, support groups, and speech exercise classes to anyone touched by Parkinson's disease. No fees. No pressure. Just support.
Read the full post: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/blog/supporting-communication-with-your-pd-partner
👉 Sign up for our newsletter: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup-enews.html 👉 Become a free, confidential member: https://parkinsonassociationswfl.org/signup.html 🌐 Learn more: https://www.paswfl.org 📞 239-417-3465

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