Engage's Favorite Things: Gift Guide for your loved one with Parkinson's - Part 2
- Engage PT, OT, SLP Therapy and Wellness
- Nov 20, 2021
- 1 min read
Looking for that thoughtful and useful gift for your loved one with Parkinson's? Here are some of our favorite things along with links. These ideas are all focused on making life a little bit easier.
Do you have difficulty getting your shoes on? Do you have difficulty tying your shoes or keeping your shoes tied? The answer may be slip on sneakers! These shoes are easy to slip on but look like a stylish sneaker. It is the best of all worlds!
A hand tremor can make mealtime stressful. This utensil set can help to reduce the impact of a tremor and make it easier to eat. It uses a stabilization system built in to detect and counteract the movements of a tremor making it easier and more enjoyable to eat.
Meal time prep can be really stressful for someone with a tremor. These gloves make it safer to chop up fruit and veggies with a tremor.
Do you ever feel like you are in a battle with your sheets getting all tangled up? Do you feel like you need to take a nap just by trying to move around in bed? Satin sheets may be the answer. These types of sheets make it easier to move by decreasing friction.
Falls are more likely to happen at night. These nightlights are great as they turn on via a motion detector when you need them and are not on all night long.
I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease four years ago. For over two years, I relied on prescription medications and therapies, but unfortunately, the symptoms continued to worsen. My mobility declined, tremors increased, and I experienced growing fatigue and discomfort that affected my daily life. Last year, out of desperation and hope, I decided to try an herbal treatment program from NaturePath Herbal Clinic. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but within a few months of starting the treatment, I began to notice real changes. My energy improved, the discomfort eased, and I felt stronger and more capable in my daily life. Incredibly, I also regained much of my stamina, balance, and confidence. It’s been a life-changing experience I feel more…