There are many tools and resources that can help make daily life with Parkinson’s disease (PD) easier, but only if you know about them and know how to access them. In this episode of APDA’s Unlocking Strength Within series we will describe the helpful resources that people with PD and their care partners can utilize to stay engaged and supported within their local community. You will learn about resources for activities including exercise, transportation services, services available through the county or local Area Agency on Aging, respite care resources, local organizations that help seniors, and so much more. etc. These resources can greatly improve quality of life, independence, and more, so be sure to register today so you don’t miss out!
In this episode of Unlocking Strength Within, special guest Dr. Sarah Cohen shared helpful resources for people with PD and their care partners that can help them stay engaged and supported within their local community. Watch the episode and you’ll learn about resources for activities including exercise, transportation services, services available through the county or local Area Agency on Aging, respite care resources, local organizations that help seniors, and much more. etc. These resources can greatly improve quality of life, independence, and more, so be sure to check it out. Dr. Cohen also answered audience questions live during the program.
Watch the broadcast now on APDA’s YouTube Channel and be sure to subscribe to the APDA YouTube channel for more informative and important resources for Parkinson’s disease.
ABOUT OUR SPEAKER: Dr. Sarah Cohen
Sarah Cohen is the Administrator of Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Center for Parkinson’s Disease. Sarah graduated from Columbia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program in 2007 and worked at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as a staff physical therapist for over 10 years. Sarah designed and launched the Center for Parkinson’s Disease in September 2017. She was named winner of the 2019 Degenerative Diseases Special Interest Group Service Award in recognition of her “tireless pursuit of improving the lives of individuals with Parkinson’s disease who live on the East End of Long Island.” She lives in Sag Harbor with her family.