That was a fast summer. I have been very busy working on Zoom with the WHO selecting the interventions from clinical practice guidelines and Cochrane Systematic Reviews, for rehabilitation treatment for people living with Parkinson. There are 30 people on the committee and the meetings take place, for me, very early in the morning. They are 2.5 hours in length which leave me exhausted for the rest of the day.

‘PWR!4Life™ is not a static or singular approach. It is a comprehensive neuroplasticity-principled program that integrates the latest research on Parkinson disease and Rehabilitation, Exercise, and Wellness. Therefore, it is always being updated.

We all vividly remember the moment of diagnosis and our first responses to it. We were shocked and worried patients. Some of you may presently be in the early diagnosis phase. It is not easy to go from being a person to a patient.

“The WHO is a specialised agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Its main objective is to ensure ‘ the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health. ‘ The WHO’s broad mandate includes advocating for universal healthcare , monitoring public health risks, coordinating responses to health emergencies and promoting human health and well being…

April is Parkinson awareness month. Usually we would be out in our communities educating the public, selling tulips to fundraise and having a conference to heighten awareness about Parkinson’s. However, the world has changed quickly with the CoVid-19 Virus circulating around in everyone’s lives.

A warm, sunny, early autumn day. We were all up early. The grand opening was some hours away, at 7 PM, but already, things were beginning to come to life. Phones started ringing, as volunteers began gathering at the centre, helping to set out some of the activities of the day.

The evidence is clear — playing a musical instrument, singing and listening to music can positively affect brain health and fitness.

This brain-boosting effect is evident at all stages of life, benefiting everyone from babies to seniors.

This time last year we were completely focused on planning and implementing the build out of our new centre . Not only was there much excitement but also trepidation. Stalls on permits , supplies and timing of contractors created much frustration.

I’m on holidays on Maui and it’s time for Jillian's blog. Firstly I want you all to know I have stepped down as board chair of PWP . I have been the chair for 2 consecutive three year terms. It’s time for more self care.

I look back on the last month and all the activity being done at PWP, by so many people and with so much fun I feel very grateful to be a part of our PWP community. I see the smiles on our fighters, exercisers , instructors, our board members and so many volunteers.