While I may not like being grouped as a “dummy” these series of books do a good job of covering the essential information about the disease.

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If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease you’re probably wrestling with fear, despair, and countless questions about the future. It’s brighter than you think. In Parkinson’s Disease for Dummies, you’ll discover how to keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life as this user-friendly, guide pi... [Read More]

This is the second book by Michael J Fox and continues his journey of Parkinson’s Disease and how he deals with the disease and how he started the Michael J Fox foundation. He goes more into how he copes with the changes in his life and what keeps him moving forward.

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There are many words to describe Michael J. Fox: Actor. Husband. Father. Activist. But readers of Always Looking Up will soon add another to the list: Optimist. Michael writes about the hard-won perspective that helped him see challenges as opportunities. Instead of building walls around himself, he developed a personal policy of engagement and di... [Read More]

Kay Mixson Jenkins knows what it’s like to have Parkinson’s disease and small children in her life and the confusion and fears it causes. A great resource for explaining to your child what Parkinson’s disease is.

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What better way to explain how Parkinson s affects a loved one than through the eyes of a child? Who Is Pee Dee? does just that with easy-to-understand wording and colorful graphics. This book gives parents a tool they can sit down with their kids to talk about Parkinson s. This richly illustrated book is intended to console and inform children abo... [Read More]

I have heard nothing but great things about this book on having Parkinson’s disease, written by a guy with PD himself. Offering a fresh look at the ‘funny’ side of PD, the author tells of his experiences with the disease and the ability of finding the humor in it. And… there definitely can be humor in it.

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WHAT’S SHAKIN "John you had me crying one moment and laughing out loud the next" Deborah Rausch Business Manager, Hauenstein Parkinson's Center. "My wife and I started to read the book at bed-time and were not able to put it down until we finished it" Tim Parker, Vice President-Marketing, Bissell Corp. "I bought the book as a gift for ... [Read More]

100 questions and their answers are explored in this great, basic information book about PD. Written for the newly diagnosed or those wanting to explore more about Parkinson’s, the topics covered are those most likely to be the ones asked. A great resource to begin with. -Sherri Woodbridge, founder of Parkinson’s Journey and PD patient

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Whether you're newly diagnosed with Parkinson Disease, a long-term PD patient, or a friend or relative of either, this book offers help. The only text to provide the doctor and patient's view, 100 Questions & Answers About Parkinson Disease gives authoritative, practical answers to questions about treatment options, quality of life, and sources of ... [Read More]

I personally have not read this book but have heard from several people that it is an excellent resource. Public reviews are at the bottom… -Sherri Woodbridge, founder of Parkinson’s Journey and PD patient

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David Zid, an ACE, APG certified trainer, has collaborated with orthopedic surgeon, Thomas H. Mallory, M.D., who is afflicted with Parkinson's disease, in the development of a Parkinson's specific fitness program designed to proactively minimize tremors and improve flexibility, stability, balance and strength. Delay the Disease contains colorful ph... [Read More]

HOPE is a book written by Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation board member Hal Newsom. Through his years of living with Parkinson’s Hal has developed a very positive mindset. His first experiences with PD were rocky- poor diagnosis, doctors without sensitivity, and an almost total lack of information. He found that most others he has met with PD had similar experiences, and this book will help to set a new path. What he has learned through his time with PD has given him hope, and it can do so for you and your family and friends, too.Hal published the book with the intention that all proceeds go to benefit the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation. Copies of the book can be ordered directly from the NWPF for $12, plus $2 shipping and handling per copy.

To order, do one of the following:

1. Email your name, address, telephone number, and credit card number with expiration date to: info@nwpf.org, and indicate how many copies you would like.
2. Mail a check to: HOPE – NWPF
   400 Mercer St., #401
   Seattle, WA 98109
3. Call the NWPF toll-free with your credit card info: (877) 980-7500

In all communications please include your name and address. You will receive HOPE within four weeks.

Send a review of this book to: parkinsonsjourney@gmail.com

REVIEWS:

I have read this book and it’s a great resource for those wanting answers to ‘what now?’, after having been diagnosed with PD. A great personal journey that offers hope.    - Sherri Woodbridge, founder of Parkinson’s Journey and YOPD patient