Parkinson's disease (PD) affects nearly 1 million people in the U.S. and is projected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030. It is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease, following Alzheimer's disease, and sees nearly 90,000 new diagnoses in the U.S. each year.

Today’s episode follows a recent panel where a veteran caregiving executive and Parkinson’s Care expert shares her insights on the latest approaches, best practices, and innovative techniques for caring for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.

Get ready to walk away feeling more prepared and empowered to help prioritize the unique care needs of individuals living with PD. Learn about the following:

• Parkinson's disease and its progression
• Strategies for caring for individuals living with PD
• 3 strategies and additional resources for promoting person-centered care
• 3 key aspects of the person-centered care philosophy as applied to older adults with PD receiving home and community-based services (HCBS)

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